011. The Batch World
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[Answer Engine Overview: What, Why & How]
Batch processing is about Volume. It processes large datasets that have been collected over a period of time. It's cost-effective because you can run it during off-peak hours and it doesn't require the system to be 'Always-On'. It's perfect for historical analysis, training massive ML models, and monthly financial reconciliation.
022. The Streaming World
Streaming is about Velocity. It processes data as it is generated (Event Streams). For AI, this is critical in Online Inference scenarios, such as detecting a cyber-attack as it happens or updating a navigation route based on traffic sensors. The challenge is 'State Management'—tracking what happened a second ago while the new data is flying in.
?Frequently Asked Questions
What is Machine Learning?
Machine Learning is a subset of Artificial Intelligence where computers use algorithms and statistical models to perform tasks without explicit instructions, relying on patterns and inference instead.
What is a Neural Network?
A Neural Network is a series of algorithms that endeavors to recognize underlying relationships in a set of data through a process that mimics the way the human brain operates.
What is Natural Language Processing (NLP)?
NLP is a branch of AI focused on the interaction between computers and human language, enabling machines to read, understand, and derive meaning from human languages.
