Explores convex optimization, convex functions, and their properties, including strict convexity and strong convexity, as well as different types of convex functions like linear affine functions and norms.
Explores loss functions, gradient descent, and step size impact on optimization in machine learning models, highlighting the delicate balance required for efficient convergence.
Covers optimization in machine learning, focusing on gradient descent for linear and logistic regression, stochastic gradient descent, and practical considerations.