Linear Algebra for AI

Master the language of AI: vectors, matrices, transformations, and eigenvalues—with Python code to ground every concept.

8 modules0 available~10 hours total

About This Course

Linear algebra is the mathematical backbone of modern AI and machine learning. This course teaches you to think in vectors and matrices, with every concept grounded in executable Python code.

You won't just memorize formulas—you'll build intuition for what linear transformations actually do, visualize high-dimensional spaces, and understand why eigenvalues matter for everything from Google's PageRank to neural networks.

Inspired by Gilbert Strang's MIT 18.06 and 3Blue1Brown's Essence of Linear Algebra.

Prerequisites

  • Basic algebra (solving equations, working with variables)
  • Familiarity with Python basics helpful but not required

What You Will Learn

  • Understand vectors, matrices, and their geometric interpretations
  • Perform matrix operations and understand their computational meaning
  • Solve systems of linear equations using Gaussian elimination
  • Find eigenvalues and eigenvectors and understand their applications
  • Apply linear algebra concepts using NumPy

Your Learning Path

Each module builds on the last. Take your time—the AI tutor is with you at every step.

1

Vectors and Vector SpacesWhat are vectors? From arrows to abstract spaces

45 minComing soon
2

Matrix OperationsAddition, multiplication, and the geometry of transformations

45 minComing soon
3

Systems of Linear EquationsGaussian elimination and row reduction

45 minComing soon
4

Vector Spaces and SubspacesLinear independence, span, and basis

45 minComing soon
5

Linear TransformationsFunctions that preserve vector structure

45 minComing soon
6

DeterminantsThe scaling factor of transformations

45 minComing soon
7

Eigenvalues and EigenvectorsThe directions that don't rotate

50 minComing soon
8

Applications to AI/MLPCA, SVD, and why this matters for machine learning

50 minComing soon