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Stochastic approximation: a dynamical systems viewpoint (2nd ed.)
Borkar V., Springer International Publishing, Singapore, 2024. 273 pp. Type: Book (9789819982769)
Date Reviewed: Mar 27 2025

Borkar’s Stochastic approximation: a dynamical systems viewpoint provides a deep mathematical treatment of stochastic approximation (SA) methods, making it a valuable resource for researchers and graduate students in applied mathematics, control theory, and machine learning. The book presents SA from a dynamical systems perspective, particularly through the lens of ordinary differential equations (ODEs), which are widely used in control theory and adaptive algorithms.

The text is structured to guide readers from fundamental principles, such as convergence analysis, stability criteria, and recursive stochastic algorithms, to advanced topics like multiple timescale methods, stochastic gradient schemes, and reinforcement learning applications. Borkar also discusses practical implementations in areas like economic modeling, signal processing, and optimization, bridging theory with real-world applications.

One of the book’s key strengths is its structured and rigorous mathematical exposition, making complex SA techniques accessible while maintaining theoretical depth. The inclusion of appendices on probability, differential equations, and stochastic processes ensures that readers with a strong mathematical foundation can follow the material without requiring extensive external references.

This book is best suited for advanced readers with backgrounds in probability theory and dynamical systems, though its clear exposition makes it a valuable reference for researchers and practitioners interested in stochastic optimization and learning algorithms. A highly recommended read for those working in machine learning, engineering, and mathematical optimization.

Reviewer:  Pagadala Usha Review #: CR147912
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