Modelling Human Learning

Can we build better enterprise software with Hierarchical Temporal Memory (From neurodudes)?

Entrepreneur-turned-cognitive neuroscientist Jeff Hawkins is distributing a “research release” of their experimental code base implementing his idea of hierarchical temporal memory described in his book, “On Intelligence”. Hawkins drew inspiration for the model from his own reading about the structure and function of the human neocortex and believes that it represents the foundation for developing intelligent machines.

Here’s why Hawkins thinks that HTMs are new and importantly, why they can make a difference.