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Deep Learning - Computer Vision for Beginners Using PyTorch

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Apply gradient descent using AutoGrad.

  • Analyze the LeNet architecture.

  • Develop a mini-Python project game.

  • Utilize NumPy, Pandas, and Matplotlib libraries.

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6 assignments

Taught in English

There are 12 modules in this course

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A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. This hands-on course will immerse you in the world of deep learning and computer vision using PyTorch. You'll gain a solid understanding of how PyTorch works, with a focus on creating deep neural networks, performing convolution operations, and working with various datasets such as CIFAR10. By the end of the course, you'll be proficient in building and training computer vision models, leveraging the power of CNNs and the LeNet architecture. You'll also explore advanced topics like CUDA, GPU acceleration, and AutoGrad. Throughout the course, you'll start with the basics of PyTorch, including tensor creation, manipulation, and the integration of NumPy arrays. You'll also work on practical implementations, such as building your first neural network and creating deep neural networks. The course's journey will guide you through CNNs and their application in image classification, where you'll use PyTorch to construct deep learning models that can learn from large image datasets. The course is designed for anyone interested in starting a career in deep learning or computer vision. It’s ideal for beginners who want to learn the foundational aspects of PyTorch and neural networks. No prior deep learning knowledge is required, but a basic understanding of Python will be beneficial. With a mix of theory and practical exercises, the course is suitable for those who want to enhance their skills in deep learning and computer vision.

In this module, we will introduce you to the course, outlining what you can expect and why learning PyTorch is beneficial for diving into deep learning and computer vision. We’ll provide a brief overview of the course structure and demonstrate the power of PyTorch through a quick demo.

What's included

2 videos1 reading

2 videosβ€’Total 7 minutes
  • Course Introductionβ€’3 minutes
  • Why Is PyTorch Powerful?β€’4 minutes
1 readingβ€’Total 10 minutes
  • Full Course Resourcesβ€’10 minutes

In this module, we will explore PyTorch, starting with a brief introduction to its core features and functionality. We will delve into the concept of tensors, explaining their importance in deep learning, and demonstrate practical applications of tensors within the PyTorch framework.

What's included

1 video

1 videoβ€’Total 1 minute
  • What Is PyTorchβ€’1 minute

In this module, we will dive deep into practical aspects of using PyTorch. Starting with installation on Google Colab, we will cover creating and manipulating tensors, performing mathematical operations, and integrating NumPy arrays. We will also explore CUDA, understanding its role and leveraging GPU acceleration to enhance computational efficiency.

What's included

7 videos1 assignment

7 videosβ€’Total 36 minutes
  • Installing PyTorchβ€’8 minutes
  • Create Tensors in PyTorchβ€’6 minutes
  • Tensor Slicing and Reshapeβ€’3 minutes
  • Mathematical Operations on Tensorsβ€’2 minutes
  • NumPy in PyTorchβ€’5 minutes
  • What Is CUDAβ€’4 minutes
  • PyTorch on GPUβ€’7 minutes
1 assignmentβ€’Total 15 minutes
  • Assessment 1β€’15 minutes

In this module, we will delve into the AutoGrad functionality in PyTorch, understanding its role in automatic differentiation and gradient computation. We will demonstrate how to implement AutoGrad within loops, optimizing neural network training processes. Additionally, we will explore the computational graphs generated by AutoGrad, providing deeper insights into its operation and efficiency in deep learning tasks.

What's included

2 videos

2 videosβ€’Total 17 minutes
  • AutoGrad in PyTorchβ€’12 minutes
  • AutoGrad in a Loopβ€’5 minutes

In this module, we will guide you through the process of creating deep neural networks using PyTorch. Starting with building your first neural network, we will then move on to writing more complex deep neural networks. Finally, we will teach you how to design and implement custom neural network modules, providing you with the skills to tailor networks to your specific requirements.

What's included

3 videos

3 videosβ€’Total 19 minutes
  • Building the First Neural Networkβ€’8 minutes
  • Writing a Deep Neural Networkβ€’4 minutes
  • Writing a Custom NN Moduleβ€’6 minutes

In this module, we will focus on Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) in PyTorch. You will learn how to load and preprocess the CIFAR10 dataset, visualize data for better insights, and review the fundamentals of convolution operations. We will guide you through building your first CNN and then advance to developing deeper CNN architectures, performing a series of convolution operations to achieve the desired output.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment

5 videosβ€’Total 35 minutes
  • Data Loading - CIFAR10β€’11 minutes
  • Data Visualizationβ€’5 minutes
  • CNN Recapβ€’4 minutes
  • First CNNβ€’8 minutes
  • CNN Deep Layersβ€’8 minutes
1 assignmentβ€’Total 15 minutes
  • Assessment 2β€’15 minutes

In this module, we will explore the LeNet architecture, starting with an overview of its structure and historical importance. You will learn how to implement the LeNet model in PyTorch and then proceed to train and evaluate it for practical applications. Additionally, we will discuss how LeNet compares with other CNN architectures and how to optimize its performance through effective preparation and evaluation methods.

What's included

3 videos

3 videosβ€’Total 24 minutes
  • LeNet Overviewβ€’4 minutes
  • LeNet Model in PyTorchβ€’11 minutes
  • Preparation and Evaluationβ€’9 minutes

In this module, we will cover the foundational aspects of Python programming, starting with why learning a programming language is essential and the specific advantages of using Python. You will learn to install and navigate Jupyter Notebook, enhancing your coding experience. This module will also delve into Python basics, including variables, data types, arithmetic operations, strings, Booleans, type conversion, and comments. Further, we will explore Python’s data structures like tuples, sets, and dictionaries, and control flow statements such as "if," "while," and "for" loops. Finally, we will cover functions and classes in Python, providing a comprehensive introduction to Python programming.

What's included

21 videos

21 videosβ€’Total 129 minutes
  • Why Learn Any Programming Languageβ€’6 minutes
  • Why Choose Pythonβ€’3 minutes
  • Installing Jupyter Notebookβ€’7 minutes
  • Jupyter Notebook - Tips and Tricksβ€’6 minutes
  • What We Will Cover in This Sectionβ€’2 minutes
  • Variables in Pythonβ€’9 minutes
  • Print Functionβ€’3 minutes
  • Numerical Data Types and Arithmetic Operations in Pythonβ€’5 minutes
  • String Data Typeβ€’4 minutes
  • Boolean Data Typeβ€’2 minutes
  • Type Conversion and Type Castingβ€’6 minutes
  • Adding Comments in Python Programming Languageβ€’2 minutes
  • Data Structures in Pythonβ€’9 minutes
  • Tuples and Sets in Pythonβ€’8 minutes
  • Python Dictionariesβ€’5 minutes
  • Conditional Statements in Python - ifβ€’11 minutes
  • Conditional Statements in Python - Whileβ€’6 minutes
  • Inbuilt Functions in Python - range and inputβ€’8 minutes
  • For Loopsβ€’5 minutes
  • Functions in Pythonβ€’9 minutes
  • Classes in Pythonβ€’12 minutes

In this module, we will apply the Python basics learned so far by creating a mini project: the Hangman game. Starting with an introduction to the project, we will develop the necessary classes and objects. We will then proceed to implement the game's logic incrementally, focusing on handling single-letter inputs and other functionalities. Finally, we will conduct thorough testing and debugging to ensure the project runs as expected, consolidating your understanding of Python programming through this hands-on exercise.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment

6 videosβ€’Total 43 minutes
  • Mini Project - Hangmanβ€’6 minutes
  • Writing a Classβ€’8 minutes
  • Mini Project - Continuedβ€’5 minutes
  • Logic Buildingβ€’6 minutes
  • Logic for Single-Letter inputβ€’10 minutes
  • Final Testingβ€’7 minutes
1 assignmentβ€’Total 15 minutes
  • Assessment 3β€’15 minutes

In this module, we will delve into using NumPy for data science applications. You will learn how to create and manipulate arrays, resize and reshape them as needed, and perform slicing operations to select specific data subsets. Additionally, we will cover the concept of broadcasting, enabling you to apply operations across arrays of different shapes. Finally, we will explore various mathematical operations and functions that NumPy offers, enhancing your data manipulation and analysis capabilities.

What's included

5 videos

5 videosβ€’Total 51 minutes
  • NumPyβ€’16 minutes
  • Resize and Reshape Arraysβ€’9 minutes
  • Slicingβ€’6 minutes
  • Broadcastingβ€’13 minutes
  • Mathematical Operations and Functions in NumPyβ€’7 minutes

In this module, we will dive into the Pandas library, a powerful tool for data science in Python. You will learn about creating and managing Pandas DataFrames, essential for structured data analysis. We will cover how to load data from external files, manage null values, and use slicing operations to retrieve specific data elements. Additionally, we will discuss imputation techniques to address missing data, ensuring your datasets are clean and ready for analysis.

What's included

6 videos

6 videosβ€’Total 46 minutes
  • Pandas Libraryβ€’16 minutes
  • Pandas Dataframeβ€’5 minutes
  • Pandas Dataframe - Load from External Fileβ€’8 minutes
  • Working with Null Valuesβ€’6 minutes
  • Slicing Pandas Dataframeβ€’6 minutes
  • Imputationβ€’4 minutes

In this module, we will explore Matplotlib, a fundamental library for data visualization in Python. You will learn how to create and format plots, enhancing their clarity and presentation. We will cover the creation and customization of scatter plots for in-depth data analysis, as well as generating histograms to visualize data distributions. By the end of this module, you will be equipped to utilize various plot types and formatting options to effectively present your data insights.

What's included

4 videos3 assignments

4 videosβ€’Total 29 minutes
  • Matplotlib Introductionβ€’10 minutes
  • Format the Plotβ€’8 minutes
  • Plot Formatting and Scatter Plotβ€’3 minutes
  • Histplotβ€’7 minutes
3 assignmentsβ€’Total 90 minutes
  • Assessment 4β€’15 minutes
  • Full Course Assessmentβ€’60 minutes
  • Full Course Practice Assessmentβ€’15 minutes

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