Explaining NLP

NLP is a field that’s dedicated to the development of technology that enables computers to interact with, understand, and generate human language in a way that mimics natural human communication. This involves various techniques and approaches aimed at processing and analyzing the complexities of natural languages, such as English, Chinese, Arabic, and more. The goal is to bridge the gap between human language and computer language, allowing computers to comprehend and generate text as if they were engaging in a conversation with a human interlocutor (Figure 7.1):

Figure 7.1 – NLP tasks

NLP strives to develop information technology tools for analyzing, comprehending, and creating texts in a manner that resonates with human understanding, mimicking interactions with another human rather than a machine. Natural language, both spoken and written, represents the most instinctive and widespread mode of communication. In contrast...