Mingkuan Liu

Dr. Mingkuan Liu is a seasoned AI and machine learning expert with over 20 years of industry research and development experience. He has led several machine learning teams for renowned companies like eBay, Microsoft, and Garmin, working in the fields of speech recognition, natural language processing, search, and recommendation. Dr. Liu currently serves as the Vice President of Data Science and Machine Learning at Appen, spearheading the development of large scalable AI/ML automation solutions to drive business operations for growth and efficiency. Dr. Liu's passion for sharing his knowledge and expertise with a broader audience led him to create the How-To-Do-AI book series. His aim is to provide readers with a practical, hands-on approach that can be applied across various industries and organizations. Whether you are a seasoned professional, a newcomer to the field, or a business leader looking to leverage the power of machine learning, Dr. Liu's book series offers valuable insights and guidance. The first book in the series, "AI/ML Web Development for Everyone: A 5-Day Beginner’s Guide to Build ChatGPT Voice Assistant that Understands 97 spoken languages," simplifies complex AI concepts, enabling non-technical professionals to develop AI applications and master AI development in just 5 days. This book provides a step-by-step guide for anyone to develop their own AI/ML web application, regardless of their technical background. "Building the Ultimate Machine Learning Team: Strategies and Best Practices" is the second installment in the series, equipping readers with invaluable insights and actionable guidance on assembling and managing high-performing ML teams. Drawing from over 200 real-world case studies, Dr. Liu covers crucial topics such as team structure, hiring, continuous improvement, and data policy, making this book an essential read for experienced AI practitioners, business leaders, and anyone interested in harnessing the power of machine learning. The upcoming third and fourth books in the series, "AI Scalability: A Guide to Building and Deploying Large-Scale Machine Learning Systems" and "The Ethical Edge: A Guide to Adopting Responsible AI in Your Business," will further expand on Dr. Liu's mission to provide accessible and practical guidance to engineers, tech leaders, and business stakeholders looking to build and adopt AI responsibly. Dr. Liu expresses his deepest gratitude to those who have shared their experiences and wisdom with him throughout his journey. He hopes the How-To-Do-AI book series will serve as a valuable resource for anyone seeking to excel in the ever-evolving AI and machine learning landscape.