I just added it to my reading list. Thankfully, the authors require only knowledge only of undergrad math (basic linear algebra and multivariate calculus), and prioritize "intuition above formality":
> While this book might look a little different from the other deep learning books that you’ve seen before, we assure you that it is appropriate for everyone with knowledge of linear algebra, multivariable calculus, and informal probability theory, and with a healthy interest in neural networks. Practitioner and theorist alike, we want all of you to enjoy this book... we’ve strived for pedagogy in every choice we’ve made, placing intuition above formality.
> While this book might look a little different from the other deep learning books that you’ve seen before, we assure you that it is appropriate for everyone with knowledge of linear algebra, multivariable calculus, and informal probability theory, and with a healthy interest in neural networks. Practitioner and theorist alike, we want all of you to enjoy this book... we’ve strived for pedagogy in every choice we’ve made, placing intuition above formality.
Kudos to them for taking this approach!
I'm looking forward to diving in!