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by jayro 1047 days ago
We just released a comprehensive online course on Multivariable Calculus (https://mathacademy.com/courses/multivariable-calculus), and we also have a course on Mathematics for Machine Learning (https://mathacademy.com/courses/mathematics-for-machine-lear...) that covers just the matrix calculus you need in addition to just the linear algebra and statistics you need, etc. I'm a founder and would be happy to answer any questions you might have.
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I understand you don't have a free trial, is there any chance you have a demo somewhere of what it actually looks like though? Like a tiny sample lesson or something along those lines? It looks interesting but I'm just uncertain as to what it actually "feels" like in practice vs lets say Brilliant, etc.

I only see pictures, I'm curious the extent of the interaction in the linear algebra/matrix calc specifically

That's a good point! We definitely need to add some more information to the website. In the meantime, if you send an email to support@mathacademy.com, I'd be happy to give you demo over Zoom and answer any questions you might have.
Whom do you think Mathematics for Machine Learning benefits? In my personal opinion the only audience for a plethora of courses and articles available in that regard is useful mostly to the people that recently went through college level Linear Algebra.

I'd like more resources geared for people that are done with Khan Academy and want something as well made for more advanced topics.

The Mathematics for Machine Learning course doesn't assume knowledge of Linear Algebra, but covers the basics of Linear Algebra you'll need along with the basics of Multivariable Calculus, Statistics, Probability, etc. it does however, assume knowledge of high-school math and Single Variable Calculus. If you've been out of school for while, our adaptive diagnostic exam will identify your knowledge gaps and create a custom course for you that includes the necessary remediation.

If you're REALLY rusty (maybe you've been out of school for a while 5+ years), or maybe you just never learned the material that well in the first place, then you might want to start with one of our Mathematical Foundations courses that will scaffold you up to the level where you can handle the content in Mathematics for Machine Learning. More info can be found here: https://mathacademy.com/courses

The Mathematics for Machine Learning course would be ideal for anyone who majored in a STEM subject like CS (or at least has a solid mathematical foundation) and is interested in doing work in machine learning.

Appreciate the reply, hopefully subscribing to your service beginning of next year (after I am done with Khan Academy math).