Convex Optimization I - 2023

Master the fundamentals of convex optimization through this comprehensive course that focuses on recognizing and solving convex optimization problems encountered in real-world applications. Explore convex sets, functions, and optimization problems while building a solid foundation in convex analysis. Delve into essential optimization techniques including least-squares, linear and quadratic programming, semidefinite programming, minimax problems, and extremal volume optimization. Study optimality conditions, duality theory, and theorems of alternative with their practical applications. Learn interior-point methods for solving complex optimization problems efficiently. Apply these mathematical concepts to diverse fields including signal processing, statistics and machine learning, control and mechanical engineering, digital and analog circuit design, and finance. Gain hands-on experience through 18 structured lectures that progressively build your understanding from basic convex analysis to advanced optimization techniques. Develop the analytical skills needed to identify convex optimization opportunities in engineering and scientific problems, and master the mathematical tools required to formulate and solve these problems effectively.