An Introduction to Reinforcement Learning: Fundamental Concepts and Practical Applications

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2408.07712v1
• Date: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 23:08:06 GMT
• Title: An Introduction to Reinforcement Learning: Fundamental Concepts and Practical Applications
• Authors: Majid Ghasemi, Amir Hossein Moosavi, Ibrahim Sorkhoh, Anjali Agrawal, Fadi Alzhouri, Dariush Ebrahimi,
• Abstract summary: Reinforcement Learning (RL) is a branch of Artificial Intelligence (AI) which focuses on training agents to make decisions by interacting with their environment to maximize cumulative rewards. An overview of RL is provided in this paper, which discusses its core concepts, methodologies, recent trends, and resources for learning.
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• Abstract: Reinforcement Learning (RL) is a branch of Artificial Intelligence (AI) which focuses on training agents to make decisions by interacting with their environment to maximize cumulative rewards. An overview of RL is provided in this paper, which discusses its core concepts, methodologies, recent trends, and resources for learning. We provide a detailed explanation of key components of RL such as states, actions, policies, and reward signals so that the reader can build a foundational understanding. The paper also provides examples of various RL algorithms, including model-free and model-based methods. In addition, RL algorithms are introduced and resources for learning and implementing them are provided, such as books, courses, and online communities. This paper demystifies a comprehensive yet simple introduction for beginners by offering a structured and clear pathway for acquiring and implementing real-time techniques.

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