Exploring Randomness: From Machine Learning to Human Evolution

Have you ever wondered how computers pick random numbers? Or how our brain does something similar? Let’s dive into this fascinating world where technology meets human thought, and explore a future where robots might even learn like us!

Computers use two main methods to pick random numbers. One is called Pseudo-Random Number Generators (PRNGs), which uses algorithms to make numbers that seem random. The other is True Random Number Generators (TRNGs), which use physical things like electronic noise to create truly random numbers.

Now, think about when you try to pick a random number. It feels difficult, right? Our brain's way of choosing a random number is influenced by our experiences, feelings, and even the world around us. It’s not perfectly random because our brain likes patterns and often picks numbers that mean something to us. Interestingly, this process can be influenced even further through techniques like hypnosis, where our subconscious mind can be 'programmed' to pick certain numbers, revealing the intricate ways our mind can be guided.

Just like we learn from what happens in our life, machine learning models, especially those using artificial neural networks, learn from data. These networks are inspired by our own brains! They recognize patterns and get better over time, just like we do. Machine learning has come a long way in trying to mimic the human brain. But there's still a big difference. Our brain is incredibly complex, and while machines can learn and adapt, they don't quite work like our brains yet.

Imagine sending robots to another planet. These robots learn and evolve based on the challenges they face, just like we do on Earth. Over time, they adapt to their environment in unique ways. In the ancient text of the Bhagavad Gita, it's said that the best humans achieve 'moksha,' or liberation. We could think of giving these advanced robots their own kind of 'moksha' by selecting the best-performing ones for special tasks.

What if we view our own life’s struggles as training, like these futuristic robots? Every challenge we face could be making us smarter, stronger, and more adaptable. So, let's embrace our challenges. Maybe, in a way, by overcoming them, we're earning our own form of 'moksha.'