# Glossary & Foundations

> Vocabulary reference for the entire curriculum — look up AI/ML terms before they slow you down in later phases.

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Open [`23-glossary.ipynb`](./23-glossary.ipynb) for learning objectives, prerequisites, and recommended reading order.

## Topics Covered

- A–Z definitions for core AI, ML, and LLM terminology
- Terms sourced from production use and across all 34 phases
- Useful before embeddings, RAG, fine-tuning, safety, and agents phases

## Prerequisites

None — read before any phase, or keep open as a reference.

## What Comes Next

Return to your current learning phase.
