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SUMMARY:Unleash the Magic of AI for Business
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nMeeting Topic: \nJust want to know more about ChatGPT? Got a challenge for the group?\nBring your questions and we’ll try to solve it. \nNew to prompting? My free course is solid and will get you up to speed quickly. \nhttps://donovanrittenbach.podia.com/chatgpt-for-beginners \nPlease login to Zoom early as meetings start on time. Thanks. \nThe Tuesday meeting is dedicated to mastering ChatGPT and chatbots so you can: \n\nMaintain your competitive edge.\nStay up to date on the hottest\, most useful tech of our time.\nSolve business problems.\n\nScroll down to find out meetup days focused on visual design and or tech challenges. \nYouTube channel with all recordings:\nhttps://www.youtube.com/@AIJockey-jn4fl \nIn past meetups we’ve covered: \n\nStarting AI-related businesses\nCrafting effective and powerful prompts\nWriting effective sales copy\nWriting a business or marketing plan\nHow to write a viral LinkedIn post\nWriting better content…faster\n\nWhich of your meetups is best for me? \nWant to write prompts that get better results for ChatGPT\, or Claude? The Tuesday meeting is about writing powerful prompts and solving business problems. \nInterested in visual design? The Thursday meeting is dedicated to visual design using tools like MidJourney\, Leonardo\, Stable Diffusion\, Runway\, and Invideo. \nWant to meet in person? We meet at Julie’s Tea in Alameda to discuss AI in person. \nAdditional Info\nWe’ll continue to adapt the format based on your feedback and interests.
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SUMMARY:Maximize ROI with Generative AI: Proven Strategies
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\n“The businesses of tomorrow are being built with generative AI today. Are you ready to join the ranks of disruptors and innovators? \nThis webinar is your blueprint for achieving extraordinary results and maximizing your ROI with generative AI.” \nEvent Details \n\nDate: Wed\, Apr 3\nTime: 12 PM – 1 PM (PST)\nVenue: Zoom\n\nWhat You Will Learn \n\nReal-world business applications: Discover how generative AI is streamlining operations\, revolutionizing marketing\, and driving growth across various industries.\nStrategies for success: Learn best practices for implementing generative AI\, measuring impact\, and ensuring long-term ROI.\nData-driven decision-making: Understand how to extract valuable insights from generative AI models to inform strategic choices.\nEthical considerations: Develop a framework for responsible AI use\, aligning with business goals and customer trust.\nCompetitive advantage: Learn how to leverage generative AI to outpace competitors and stay ahead in your market.\n\nWhy Join \n\nMIT Experts and Industry Leaders: Benefit from the knowledge of industry leaders and practitioners with demonstrable success using generative AI.\nActionable strategies: Walk away with clear steps on how to integrate generative AI into your business for tangible results.\nNetworking opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals and explore potential collaborations.\n\nRegister now and start unlocking the transformative power of generative AI for your business! \nZoom Link
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SUMMARY:Generative AI Paper Reading
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nPaper to be announced \n—\nSilicon Valley Generative AI has two meeting formats. \n1. Paper Reading – Every second week we meet to discuss machine learning papers. This is a collaboration between Silicon Valley Generative AI and Boulder Data Science. \n2. Talks – Once a month we meet to have someone present on a topic related to generative AI. Speakers can range from industry leaders\, researchers\, startup founders\, subject matter experts and those with an interest in a topic and would like to share. Topics vary from technical to business focused. They can be on how the latest in generative models work and how they can be used\, applications and adoption of generative AI\, demos of projects and startup pitches or legal and ethical topics. The talks are meant to be inclusive and for a more general audience compared to the paper readings. \nIf you would like to be a speaker please contact:\nMatt White
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/generative-ai-paper-reading-2/
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SUMMARY:What's New In WordPress 6.5?
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nWordPress 6.5 is scheduled for release on March 26. It will be the first of three major upgrades during 2024. It is loaded with lots of significant changes that you will want to see to improve how you work with WordPress.During this presentation\, you will see:\n1. How to use the new Font Library. (It’s true! You can now easily use any font with a block theme.\n2. Revisions. You will see how easy it is to review and roll back to earlier versions of Templates\, Patterns\, and the Style Book.\n3. Partially Synched Patterns. With WordPress 6.5 you can create patterns where some of the content stays locked but other content can be changed.\n4. New ways to easily organize\, find\, and work with Templates\, Patterns\, and Pages in the Site Editor. You will want to see all these major changes and more during this presentation.
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/whats-new-in-wordpress-6-5/
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Complexity of Recommendation Systems: Techniques and Challenges
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\nPlease register using the zoom link to get a reminder: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5117080164625/WN_EPMw1tZGTD-SxWkSxJpBLg \nIn the era of information overload\, recommendation systems have emerged as essential tools for filtering and personalizing content\, thereby enhancing user experience across various digital platforms. These systems employ sophisticated algorithms to analyze user preferences\, behaviors\, and interactions to suggest items ranging from products and movies to news articles and academic papers. This talk aims to demystify the underlying mechanisms of recommendation systems\, highlighting key techniques such as collaborative filtering\, content-based filtering\, and hybrid approaches. We will explore the challenges faced in developing effective recommendation systems\, including issues of data sparsity\, scalability\, cold start\, and ensuring diversity and fairness in recommendations. Furthermore\, the talk will delve into the ethical considerations and the impact of bias in recommendation algorithms. By providing a comprehensive overview of recommendation systems\, this talk seeks to inspire future research and development efforts aimed at creating more intelligent\, transparent\, and user-centric solutions. \nAgenda: \n(PDT) 11:45 am – 11:50 am Arrival\, socializing\, and Opening\n(PDT) 11:50 am – 1:45 pm Khojasteh Mirza “Navigating the Complexity of Recommendation Systems: Techniques and Challenges”\n(PDT) 1:45 pm – 1:50 pm Q&A \nAbout Khojasteh Mirza \nKhojasteh Mirza is a Master of Engineering student at Cornell Tech\, specializing in Electrical and Computer Engineering with a focus on Data Science and Applied Machine Learning. With a rich academic background\, including a Bachelor of Technology in Mechatronics Engineering from NMIMS University\, Khojasteh has excelled academically\, securing a Merit Scholarship and achieving high honors. His technical skills encompass a wide array of data science technologies\, and his professional experience includes impactful roles as a Project Research Assistant at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay\, a Data Analyst at AIRMO Gmbh and Ozibook and most recently\, responsible for developing recommendation systems for Cognitii\, a learning app for neurodivergent individuals. Khojasteh’s work spans innovative projects in healthcare industry developing predictive models for Parkinson’s disease in collaboration with Tata Consultancy Servicesdemonstrating his ability to apply data science for real-world impact. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5117080164625/WN_EPMw1tZGTD-SxWkSxJpBLg \nWebinar Passcode
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SUMMARY:IN-PERSON Motivated Entrepreneur: Artificial Intelligence (AI) 101 for Small Business Success
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details*** \n  \nDate: 4/16/2024\nTime: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM (PDT)\nRegistration Deadline: 4/16/2024 5:00 PM (PDT)\nFee: No Fee \nPoint of Contact: Women’s Business Center (916) 442-1729\nLocation: 1792 Tribute Rd\, Suite\, Suite 455\, Sacramento CA 95815 \nTraining Topics: Technology\nDescription: \n\nIN-PERSON: Artificial Intelligence (AI) 101 for Small Business Success \nEmbark on a transformative journey into the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tailored specifically for motivated entrepreneurs at the Women’s Business Center. \nIn this comprehensive course\, participants will gain a foundational understanding of AI and explore its practical applications to enhance small business operations\, efficiency\, and overall success. \n  \nInstructed by: Lisa Thee \nLisa Thee is a renowned thought leader and expert in the fields of artificial intelligence\, career transformation\, and ethical technology. With over two decades of experience\, Lisa has dedicated her career to driving innovation and empowering individuals and organizations to thrive in an ever-changing world. \nLisa’s passion for harnessing the potential of AI to create positive change led her to become a sought-after international keynote speaker\, inspiring audiences around the globe with her insights and vision. She has been honored with numerous awards\, including the “2023 International Impact Book Award” for her groundbreaking book\, “Go! Reboot Your Career in 90 Days”\, 2023 Gold Viddy award for Long Form Series “Navigating Abroad”\, and she is a Gold award winner for the 2023 Executive of the Year – Stevie Awards for Women in Business for her AI Ethics consulting firm. \nAs the CEO and Co-Founder of Minor Guard\, an AI software company dedicated to online safety\, Lisa combines her technical expertise with a commitment to ethical AI practices. She is also known for her work with leading healthcare and technology organizations\, including Microsoft and UCSF’s Center for Digital Healthcare Innovation. \nLisa’s TEDx talk\, “Bringing Light To Dark Places Online: Disrupting Human Trafficking Using AI\,” exemplifies her dedication to using technology for social good. She is a respected advisory board member and board director for organizations at the forefront of technology\, ethics\, and human rights. \nConnect with Lisa and discover more about her work\, insights\, and transformative ideas. Join her on a journey of empowerment\, innovation\, and ethical leadership. \nThis workshop is in person! \nPlease do not attend if you are feeling under the weather and experiencing any signs of illness. 
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/in-person-motivated-entrepreneur-artificial-intelligence-ai-101-for-small-business-success/
LOCATION:1792 Tribute Rd\, Suite\, Suite 455\, Sacramento CA 95815
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SUMMARY:AI Implications Within Business Analysis
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n\nWednesday\, April 17\, 2024 –  \n5:30pm to 7:00pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Matt Williams from the Snarful Solutions Group as he shares the implications of Artificial Intelligence in the Business Analysis world. \nRegister here for this free event. \nEvent starts at 5:30pm PST\, but the Zoom room will be open at 5:00pm for networking. \n\n\n\n\nEvent Details:\n\nAI Implications within Business Analysis\n\n\n\nEvent Location:\n\nZoom Webinar\n\n\n\nSpeaker:\n\nMatt Williams\n\n\n\nLocation Name:\n\nZoom
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SUMMARY:UX Interview Preparation: A Group & Peer Practice Session
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nAs a job seeker in the UX field\, it’s important to be well-prepared for your interviews. To help you gain confidence and experience\, UX Pass invite you to join us for a mock interview preparation session. \nDuring the session\, participants will first be asked questions in a group setting in front of everyone\, allowing each person to answer and receive feedback from the Guest Expert. After 20-30 minutes of group questioning\, participants will be divided into breakout rooms to continue practicing and refining their interview skills in small groups of 2-4 individuals. \nThis session is designed to provide a structured and supportive environment where you can gain interviewing experience and receive feedback from your peers. The questions will cover a range of topics relevant to the UX field\, including problem-solving\, design process\, and teamwork. \nWhether you’re just starting your UX career journey or looking to brush up on your interview skills\, this mock interview prep session is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience\, make valuable connections with other UX professionals\, and be better prepared for your next interview. \nThe pre-prepared list of questions will be shared with the participants at the time of the event. We aim to bring in an outside expert to lead the session\, and will provide information a week prior to the event. I will make myself available as a backup. \nRSVP now to secure your spot. Limited Spots.
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/ux-interview-preparation-a-group-peer-practice-session/
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SUMMARY:Discussion - Topic: Semi-structured natural language for LLMs
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nThis week’s topic: Semi-structured natural language for LLMs \nAs described in Thoughtworks Technology Radar Vol. #29. \nWe’ve had success in various applications using a semi-structured natural language for LLMs. Structured inputs\, such as a JSON document\, are clear and precise and give the model an indication of the type of response being sought. Constraining the response in this way helps narrow the problem space and can produce more accurate completions\, particularly when the structure conforms to a domain-specific language (DSL) whose syntax or schema is provided to the model. We’ve also found that augmenting the structured input with natural language comments or notations produces a better response than either natural language or structured input alone. Typically\, natural language is simply interspersed with structured content when constructing the prompt. As with many LLM behaviors\, we don’t know exactly why this works\, but our experience shows that putting natural language comments in human-written code also improves the quality of output for LLM-based coding assistants. \nZoom link will be added about 10 min before the event starts. \nDiscussion Resources : \nArticle and video resources used to drive the discussion will be added soon after the previous week’s meetup.
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/discussion-topic-semi-structured-natural-language-for-llms/
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SUMMARY:Hallucination-Free LLMs: Strategies for Monitoring and Mitigation
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nDon’t miss our upcoming live event with Wojtek Kuberski\, where he’ll explore the essential aspects of monitoring LLMs deployed in production. \nDiscover cutting-edge solutions for detecting hallucinations\, categorized into Uncertainty Quantification and LLM self-evaluation. Gain insights into algorithms leveraging token probabilities to estimate response quality and learn about state-of-the-art methods such as SelfCheckGPT and LLM evaluation. By the end of the session\, you’ll develop an intuitive understanding of LLM monitoring methods\, their strengths and weaknesses\, and learn practical tips for setting up your own LLM monitoring system
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/hallucination-free-llms-strategies-for-monitoring-and-mitigation/
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SUMMARY:Virtual gRPC Community Meetup and Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nJoin us at gRPC Global Meetup as we dive into the powerful combination of Cloud Computing and Distributed Systems in gRPC. This event will bring together software and mobile developers\, enthusiasts of open source technology\, and those passionate about new advancements in microservices. \nIn this meetup\, we will explore the latest trends and innovations in cloud-native architectures\, discussing how gRPC enables efficient communication between services in distributed systems. Experts will share their experiences and best practices in leveraging gRPC’s capabilities to build scalable and resilient applications in the cloud. \nWhether you’re a beginner or an experienced professional\, this event welcomes everyone interested in learning\, networking\, and exchanging ideas about the future of software development and mobile applications\, powered by gRPC. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals\, gain insights into cutting-edge technologies\, and expand your knowledge in cloud computing and distributed systems with gRPC. \nWe are still looking for a presenter. Please email me at lsafran@google.com or signup through the form \nOffice Hours questions can be registered at: https://forms.gle/xCwNaKmjS9C3GGpz8
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