AI calls for seasoned experts. (artificial intelligence) (includes related article on government support)

From: EDN | Date: September 1, 1988| Author: Colburn, Kate | Copyright information

Artificial intelligence (AI) programming houses and mainstream companies are moving their development to more general-purpose computers. Recent computer advances, such as the 80386-based systems from Sun Microsystems and Apollo Computer, have made it possible to implement AI knowledge-based applications on less-costly hardware. AI programming houses are looking for software specialists geared more toward a well-versed understanding of AI than software experts specializing in inventing new con...

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