Mariana Meraz

Replit is a web-based coding environment that provides an integrated platform where one can write, run, and share code on any internet-enabled device. It supports many programming languages like Python, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, Java, C++, and many more. The biggest advantage of Replit is that it provides the capability to run code in real-time inside the browser without requiring users to install anything on their machine. It also includes AI support such as Ghostwriter, which helps write and debug code and is especially handy for students, beginners, and even professionals building quick prototypes or team projects. Replit can be used by creating a free account on replit.com. Once you log in, you can start a new project—also known as a "Repl" and choose your desired programming language. You can begin coding on a browser in plain sight from there, run your code one-click at a time, and even collaborate on work with someone in real-time and invite people. Replit also allows you ...

Chapter 7 compares TensorFlow and PyTorch, two well-known deep learning frameworks. Google-developed TensorFlow boasts a bigger ecosystem and is well known for its performance and deployment via tools like TensorFlow Serving and TensorFlow Lite. Facebook-developed PyTorch is increasingly popular in research because of its Pythonic, intuitive API and dynamic computation graphs, which make coding and debugging easier. While TensorFlow has improved ease of use with version 2.0, PyTorch remains the go-to choice for experimentation and learning. Although they are machine learning tools, they offer insight even for non-technical students in fields like accounting. As data and automation continue to revolutionize the accounting industry, having a general understanding of how machine learning tools work can be helpful. For example, they can help with tasks like fraud detection, financial forecasting, or cost analysis using predictive models. After graduation, such knowledge can fill the gap be...