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Hilbert space: treating functions as vectors

· Eli Bendersky · Sept. 6, 2025, 2 p.m.

Math Misc Hilbert Space linear algebra functions mathematics

Summary

This blog post introduces the concept of Hilbert space, illustrating how linear algebra can be applied to functions and sequences, extending traditional tools from Euclidean space to a broader mathematical context.

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