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Free MIT Course: Matrix Calculus for Machine Learning

Develop matrix-calculus techniques used in optimization and machine learning. The lectures examine vectorization, gradients, inner products, automatic differentiation and variations of functionals.

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Lecture 1 Part 1: Introduction and Motivation

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Suggested preparation: Linear algebra and multivariable calculus.

About this course

Develop matrix-calculus techniques used in optimization and machine learning. The lectures examine vectorization, gradients, inner products, automatic differentiation and variations of functionals.

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Platform YouTube · MIT OpenCourseWare
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Level Professional — WikiFree study-level assessment
Language English
Available lessons 17
Video duration 13h 55m · self-paced
Details checked 10 October 2026

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Suggested preparation: Linear algebra and multivariable calculus.

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