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An Introduction to Machine Learning: Core Concepts and Fundamentals

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Curious about machine learning but unsure where to begin? This workshop provides a basic introduction to how machines learn from data and covers core concepts such as training, prediction, and classification. Participants will learn how to distinguish between different types of machine learning and recognize common challenges in the field, including overfitting, bias, and poor-quality data. This workshop is intended for beginners. No coding experience is required but a basic understanding of programming will be helpful.

Instructor: Christopher Demers Jimenez, Ph.D.: https://www.library.upenn.edu/staff/christopher-jimenez

Registration is required. There are 24 seats available.

Related LibGuide: AI Tools and Best Practices by Doug McGee

Date:
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Time:
11:00am - 12:00pm
Location:
Research Data and Digital Scholarship Exchange
Audiences:
Penn Students, Faculty, and Staff
Campus:
Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center
Categories:
AI Literacy, Penn Libraries AI Studio

Event Organizer

Chris Jimenez