Professor: Elad Hazan
The course address optimization problems that arise in machine learning, as well as efficient algorithms to solve them. The course is proof-based, and contains both theory and applied exercises (choice given).
Topic covered:
Tuesdays 10:00-12:20, in Computer Science Building Rm 402
Tuesdays 09:00-10:00, self-study in COS 402 and lecture preparation / office hours (optional)
Professors' office hours: Mon 9-10am in COS 409 or COS 402