On March 16, 2024, Thoughtworks organized an insightful workshop on Generative AI, led by Mr. Raju Kandaswamy, Principal Consultant at Thoughtworks. The workshop aimed to introduce participants to the concepts, applications, and implications of Generative AI in various domains.
Agenda:
- Introduction to Generative AI
- Applications of Generative AI
- Hands-on Session: Building a Generative AI Model
- Ethical Considerations and Challenges
- Q&A Session
Session Details:
- Introduction to Generative AI: Kandaswamy commenced the workshop by providing an overview of Generative AI, explaining its fundamental concepts, and differentiating it from other forms of AI, such as discriminative models. He discussed the underlying principles of Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs) and Variational Autoencoders (VAEs), illustrating how these architectures enable machines to generate new content.
- Applications of Generative AI: The presenter then delved into the diverse applications of Generative AI across various industries, including:
- Creative Content Generation
- Image and Video Synthesis
- Text Generation
- Healthcare (e.g., medical image synthesis)
- Design and Fashion
- Hands-on Session: Building a Generative AI Model: Participants engaged in a hands-on session where they learned to build a simple Generative AI model using popular frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch. Under Mr. Kandaswamy’s guidance, attendees gained practical experience in training a basic Generative Adversarial Network (GAN) model.
- Ethical Considerations and Challenges: Recognizing the importance of ethical considerations in AI development, Mr. Kandaswamy led a discussion on the ethical implications of Generative AI, including issues related to bias, privacy, and misuse. Participants actively contributed to the conversation, sharing their perspectives and concerns.
- Q&A Session: The workshop concluded with an interactive Q&A session, during which attendees had the opportunity to seek clarification on concepts, seek advice on practical implementation, and discuss future directions in Generative AI research and development.
Conclusion:
The workshop on Generative AI led by Mr. Raju Kandaswamy provided attendees with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, applications, and ethical considerations surrounding Generative AI. Participants left the session equipped with knowledge and insights to explore and leverage Generative AI technologies responsibly in their respective fields.
Feedback:
Feedback from participants was overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing appreciation for the depth of content covered and the opportunity for hands-on learning. Attendees praised Mr. Kandaswamy’s expertise and engaging presentation style, highlighting the workshop as a valuable learning experience.
Overall, the workshop served as a catalyst for further exploration and innovation in the field of Generative AI, fostering a community of practitioners committed to ethical AI development and responsible use.
