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Introduction to Algorithms with Predictions

Algorithms with predictions, also known as learning-augmented algorithms, is a growing field of research at the intersection of theoretical computer science and machine-learning. It looks to address the following question: How to use imperfect predictions in a robust way – retaining worst-case guarantees of classic algorithms – yet achieve optimal performance when the predictions are accurate? This one-day tutorial aims to serve as a gentle introduction to the area for theory researchers with any background willing to get into the area.


Instructors

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Adam Polak

Bocconi University, Italy
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Christian Coester

University of Oxford, United Kingdom

Schedule

PhD School will take place on Monday, February 9th. This is a tentative schedule:

09:00–10:30Lecture: Online learning-augmented algorithms
10:30–11:00Coffee break
11:00–12:30Lecture: Warm-starting offline algorithms
12:30–14:00Lunch break
14:00–15:30Exercise session
15:30–16:00Coffee break
16:00–17:00Discussion of the exercises
17:00–18:00Lecture: Open problems in algorithms with predictions