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The Next Wave of Generative AI

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Event Summary

Join the Austin Forum as we launch our 'AI April' month of programming with an insightful presentation from renowned generative AI expert at Google, Andrew Gates.

The field of Artificial Intelligence is evolving at an unprecedented pace, with generative AI leading the charge. This presentation will delve into the rapid advancements in generative AI capabilities and uses, exploring the latest breakthroughs and their potential impact on various industries and aspects of our lives.

Andrew will provide a comprehensive overview of:

  • The Current State of Generative AI: Examining the latest models, techniques, and applications.
  • The Rise of AI Agents and Agentic Systems: Understanding how these systems are changing the landscape of AI and automation.
  • Expected Advancements in AI: Exploring the potential future of AI and its implications for society.
  • Practical Applications and Ethical Considerations: Discussing real-world applications and the crucial ethical considerations surrounding these powerful technologies.

Whether you're a seasoned AI professional or simply curious about the future of technology, this presentation will provide valuable insights into the transformative power of generative AI.

Attendance Instructions

In-person

Join us at The Center for Government and Civic Service, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000 where you will be checked in at the front. Parking map here! Street parking is free after 6 pm.

In-person attendees, please join us from 5:15 to 6:15 for networking and snacks. We look forward to chatting with you face-to-face!

Virtual

Once you register via Eventbrite, you will receive the virtual link one day before the event.

Speaker

  • Andrew Gates

    Andrew Gates

    From a small North Texas town to the forefront of AI at Google, Andrew's tech journey is anything but ordinary. Starting as a self-taught programmer on an Apple II+ at age eight, he skipped college to join Microsoft for the Windows 95 launch, then spent decades building a global career. He's lived and worked across five continents, helping establish Accenture's offshore development in the Philippines, serving as an enterprise architect for major financial institutions and media companies, and working in DevOps at Broadcom. Now at Google, he's immersed in the AI revolution.

    Alongside his global career, Andrew and his wife, whom he met in New York City, are raising three sons in the Texas Hill Country with a giant Bernese mountain dog. His diverse experiences, from early coding to international enterprise architecture and now AI, give him unique insights into the technology's transformative potential."

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