Lifelong and Continual Learning Dialogue Systems

This book introduces a new paradigm of lifelong and continual learning dialogue systems that can learn through self-initiated interactions with users and environments. It covers language expression, knowledge, and skills acquisition, as well as training examples and future research areas.

Format: Hardback
Length: 171 pages
Publication date: 10 January 2024
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

This groundbreaking book introduces a revolutionary paradigm of lifelong and continual learning dialogue systems, empowering these systems to independently acquire knowledge and skills through self-initiated interactions with users and their environments. The authors present the latest advancements and techniques for developing such dynamic and adaptable dialogue systems.

Within its pages, the book delves into the intricate details of how these systems can continuously learn new language expressions, lexical and factual knowledge, and conversational skills through engaging and meaningful dialogues. It explores innovative approaches to acquiring new training examples for learning new tasks during the conversation, ensuring that dialogue systems remain adaptable and capable of evolving with changing user needs and environments.

Furthermore, the book offers a comprehensive review of existing work in the field of lifelong learning, highlighting key insights and identifying promising areas for future research. By bridging the gap between theory and practice, this invaluable resource provides a comprehensive guide for researchers, practitioners, and enthusiasts alike, paving the way for the development of truly intelligent and autonomous dialogue systems that can continuously improve and adapt to the ever-changing world.

Weight: 502g
Dimension: 240 x 168 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031481888
Edition number: 1st ed. 2024