The author shares their experience of beginning their AI learning journey with foundational knowledge and then turning to YouTube videos for a deeper understanding.
The author describes the pivotal moment when they started reading a technical book that focused on the fundamental questions about AI, such as the concept of thinking and the interdisciplinary nature of AI.
The book provided the author with a comprehensive understanding of AI, leading them on a journey through the ideas that shaped the field.
The author emphasizes the importance of approaching AI with a broad perspective, incorporating various disciplines like philosophy, neuroscience, and economics, and recommends the book 'Artificial Intelligence: A Modern Approach' for those interested in exploring AI further.