The Math Behind ML – Week 1 : Who I Am & What to Expect

Hey everyone, Welcome to my weekly series: “The Math Behind ML”
This series is part of my personal learning journey. I learn better by writing, so I’ll be posting one blog every week as I dive deep into the math that powers machine learning.

About Me :

I’m Srikar Amara, and I completed my Master's in Computer Science from Oklahoma State University. With over 5 years of experience as a Data Scientist and Software Developer, I build cool stuff during my free time.

Even with my experience, I’ve always felt the need to fully understand the math behind Machine Learning — something I’ve been meaning to tackle for a long time but kept slacking off on. That’s why I’m focusing on Math — the foundation of Machine Learning — something I struggled with during my undergrad and master’s. Now, I’m ready to face this challenge head-on and master it.

I’m writing these blog posts not only to strengthen my own math foundation but also to share what I learn with the community. Even if you’re an expert in Machine Learning and Math, there’s always something new to discover. So, follow this series to learn everything about math from scratch, alongside me!

I love all things tech and anime. As I dive into this journey, I’ll be guided by my two cats, Mochi and Naruto, who are always around for a little fun and mischief!

Materials I’m Using (for now) :

(I'll update this list as we continue — feel free to follow along!)

• The Manga Guide to Linear Algebra (Great if you're looking for something less intimidating)

• Mathematics for Machine Learning (Text Book)

What Can you Expect throughout this journey ?

• Detailed Explanations: A thorough breakdown of each math topic, explaining the core concepts and how they relate to real-world machine learning and data science applications.

• Flashcards: I’ll share the flashcards I’ve created during my learning process to help reinforce key concepts.

• Fun Problems and Solutions: I’ll include engaging problems and their solutions to give you a hands-on approach to the math behind machine learning.

Why Follow Along?

This series is all about learning together. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, we can all learn something new. Let’s dive into the math behind machine learning and strengthen our foundations, one post at a time!