Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals: Classifications, Core Technologies, and Computational Techniques

Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals: Classifications, Core Technologies, and Computational Techniques

Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia
Publisher: NEYA Global Publishing
Article | NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies
Year: 2025
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676

DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-ai-mch-lr-03


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About the Article

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a multidimensional field encompassing different classifications, core technologies, and computational methods. This article distinguishes between Narrow AI, General AI, and Superintelligent AI, while emphasizing the practical dominance of narrow applications. It examines key technologies such as Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, Robotics, and Expert Systems, alongside computational techniques including rule-based systems, search algorithms, and knowledge representation. Case illustrations from healthcare, agriculture, education, and finance demonstrate AI’s capacity to advance efficiency and equity, particularly in low-resource environments. The analysis also addresses challenges of data dependency, computational complexity, and ethical risks, underscoring the importance of responsible governance, open-source tools, and local capacity building.

Key Topics

  • Classifications of artificial intelligence
  • Natural language processing and computer vision
  • Robotics and expert systems
  • Rule-based systems, search algorithms, and knowledge representation
  • Ethical and governance challenges in AI adoption
  • Applications in healthcare, agriculture, education, and finance

Suggested Citation

Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals: Classifications, Core Technologies, and Computational Techniques. NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies. Neya Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-ai-mch-lr-03

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