Digital Rise: The Journey of AI, VR, and XR

By JOHN CAMPANELLA

As part of the "Digital Rise" Series, this edition, "The Journey of AI, VR, and XR" we embark on an enthralling journey through the history and evolution of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Extended Reality (XR) technologies, tracing their roots from philosophical musings and scientific conjectures to the sophisticated systems that shape our current digital landscape. This book is a tribute to human ingenuity and an exploration of the visionary ideas that have brought us to the forefront of a technological revolution.

The story of AI begins long before the first computers were built, rooted in ancient myths and the dreams of creating artificial beings endowed with intelligence. It's a narrative that winds through the works of pioneers like Alan Turing, who laid the theoretical foundations to the explosive growth of machine learning and neural networks. We delve into the milestones, the breakthroughs, and the setbacks - the winters and springs of AI - and examine how this field has evolved into a force that underpins so much of modern technology.

Parallel to the evolution of AI is the captivating history of XR, encompassing Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR). From the Sensorama invention and Ivan Sutherland's "Ultimate Display" to today's immersive, interactive digital worlds, XR's journey is a testament to our perennial quest to transcend physical limitations and enhance human perception. This part of the book will take you through the visionary ideas, the experimental curiosities, and the technological advancements that have turned XR from a fantastical concept into a tangible and increasingly integral part of our daily lives.

"Digital Rise: The Journey of AI, VR, and XR" not only charts the technical and scientific progression of AI and XR but also explores the societal, cultural, and ethical dimensions that have accompanied this advancement. It's a narrative about the people behind the technologies - the thinkers, dreamers, inventors, and developers who have shaped the digital world. This book aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how AI and XR have developed over time, influenced by and influencing society in a symbiotic relationship.

This book is for anyone intrigued by the story of how we, as a species, have reached this point in our technological journey. It's for those who seek to understand the origins of the digital tools and realities we often take for granted. Whether you're a technology enthusiast, a student, a professional, or simply a curious mind, "Digital Rise: The Journey of AI, VR, and XR" offers a window into the fascinating history of two of the most transformative technological domains of our era.

As you turn these pages, you will uncover the layers of innovation and insight that have built the world of AI and XR - a world where machines think, learn, and interact, and where digital and physical realities converge and coalesce. Welcome to "Digital Rise: The Journey of AI, VR, and XR" where the past and present of AI and XR unfold, illuminating the path to our digital future.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0CPQTQ3RB
• ISBN13: 9798870216799
• Release Date: December 2023
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 172 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.5" x 8.5"