What is Zero-Shot Learning?



Video Summary

Video Summary

The video discusses one-shot learning in the context of training machine learning models to recognize new classes with minimal examples, specifically using the case of a pen that serves as a marker for light boards.

Key Points:

  • The video starts by introducing the concept of a specific pen, which is a marker for light boards.
  • Machine learning models typically differentiate between 30,000 distinct object categories.
  • Models improve by learning from labeled datasets, adjusting their predictions against ground truth.
  • This process requires significant time, cost, and computational resources.
  • Few-shot learning leverages transfer and meta-learning to help models recognize new classes.
  • One-shot learning is the primary focus of the video, emphasizing a deeper understanding of label meanings.
  • It compares human learning to machine learning, where a child learns about new objects through labeled images.
  • Attribute-based learning focuses on training using labeled features like color and shape.
  • Embedding techniques help in understanding new concepts (e.g., striped + yellow can lead to identifying a bee).
  • Zero-shot learning includes both embedding-based and generative methods, such as using Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs).
  • The video encourages viewers to comment and engage after watching.

Youtube Channel: IBM Technology
Video Published: 2024-09-16T11:00:52+00:00

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Humans can on average categorize 30,000 unique object categories, but how can AI systems distinguish between different things? Zero-shot learning can be done through various methods like attribute based and embedding based learning. In this video Martin Keen explains how technologists are giving AI systems the categorization power that we take for granted.

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