The Importance of Being Educable
A New Theory of Human Uniqueness
(Author) Leslie Valiant
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Publisher:
Princeton University Press
Format:
Paperback
Language:
en
ISBN:
9780691230573
Publish year:
2026
Publish date:
May 19, 2026
Leslie Valiant
Leslie Valiant is a British computer scientist and mathematician known for his work in theoretical computer science. He has made significant contributions to the study of computational learning theory and artificial intelligence. Valiant received the Turing Award in 2010 for his work on complexity theory and machine learning. His most famous work is the "Probably Approximately Correct (PAC) learning model," which has had a profound impact on the field of machine learning. Valiant's writing style is known for its clarity and precision, making his work accessible to a wide audience. He continues to be a leading figure in the field of computer science and has inspired numerous researchers with his innovative ideas and groundbreaking research.