Click, Connect, Compute: Smart Machines

Smart machine fundamentals, using clear, expert explanations and comic illustrations to spark interest and enthusiasm in the next generation of computer scientists!

Click, Connect, Compute: Smart Machines uncovers how machines that can learn are created and how they operate. Readers will discover the meaning of Artificial Intelligence (AI), the benefits of teamwork in tech, and the role that the 'Internet of Things' plays in helping homes, hospitals, and cities run. At the end of the book, it fast-forwards to the future of computer science, robotics, and AI, considering what it might mean to live in a 'smarter' world.

The Click, Connect, Compute series untangles the computer science web and teaches children about the essentials of computer software, hardware, and digital literacy, as well as discussing the ethics surrounding this evolving field. Featuring fun, friendly comic strip illustrations, pioneer bios, and a quiz, this is a perfect read for children aged 8+.

Written in a clear, thoughtful way by computer science expert, Dr. Dharini Balasubramaniam, a strong advocate for ethics and education in her field.

Contents: What are smart machines? / Smart machine fundamentals / Putting together a smart machine / What's AI got to do with it? / Data’s part to play / The Internet of Things (IoT) / Making smart spaces / Are robots smart? / The rise of smart machines / Just how smart are smart machines? / The rights and wrongs of using smart machines / The future of smart machines / Pioneer portraits / Further information / Glossary / Quiz yourself! / Index

Books in the series: Computer Science Essentials / Data, Big and Small / Smart Machines / The Languages of Programming