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Embark on a journey with an introverted developer who discovered the secret to combatting imposter syndrome, doing epic shit, and forging meaningful connections in the global tech landscape (mostly from behind the keyboard).In this session while we see how GitHub CoPilot helps developers write better code, understand complex codebases, and solve problems differently. We'll talk about workplace...

"Hey AI, build me a production ready, secure, scalable, monitored, customer facing system driven by an LLM"In this session we will look at the architectural patterns and practices required to drive production-ready systems backed by large language models, considerations around content filtering, approaches to stop your enterprise bots leaking secrets as a pirate sea shanty, and how to le...

HTML is not just the foundation we build on, its vital in making our websites accessible usable and performant. We'll explore how we can make the most of our HTML elements and attributes to improve the performance and accessibility of our website and applications as well as boosting the efficiency of our development process. All by using a technology we are already use day to day, but just using i...

Everyone has at some point wished they could clone themselves – to do the dishes, or work more efficiently. With advancements and improved accessibility of AI, this becomes more of a reality...This session will explore how to use Azure Custom Neural Voice to create a synthesised version of our own voice for use in a range of fun and practical applications – telephony, voice overs, or even attendin...

Join Michael Tjalve from Microsoft Philanthropies and the University of Washington as he explores the ethical use of AI , delving into how to best leverage this powerful technology while understanding and proactively countering its potential risks and consequences . In this insightful discussion, Michael draws on his extensive work with nonprofit and humanitarian organizations worldwide, revealing...

To trust or not to trust? That depends on the quality of your prompts. Trusting Large Language Models (LLMs) is all about reducing uncertainties, and effective prompt design is the key to achieving the desired outputs. Prompt design, often referred to as Prompt Engineering, is a burgeoning field that demands creativity and meticulous attention to detail. It involves carefully selecting the right w...

People talking about AI is like glitter after a craft project, or azulejos in architecture, it's everywhere! Recent advances in generative AI, like Stable Diffusion and Chat-GPT, have the industry more hyped up than a caffeine-addicted toddler. It can leave one feeling like they're being left behind if they're not incorporating AI into their apps today. In this talk, we'll take a s...

The landscape of software development is rapidly evolving, and developers are constantly seeking better tools to enhance their productivity and create more efficient workflows. In this talk, I'll show you what many of my enterprise customers are looking to implement - deploying architectural archetypes using the latest advancements in developer toolsets. We will stand up our dev environment on...

It's been hard to miss AI in the news recently. From breakthroughs in natural language processing to impressive image recognition and generation capabilities, AI is everywhere we look right now! In this talk, experienced software engineer Simon Waight will explore the benefits and considerations for developers when they are looking to adopt generative AI as part of their toolkit. To help set the s...

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To trust or not to trust? That depends on the quality of your prompts. Trusting Large Language Models (LLMs) is all about reducing uncertainties, and effective prompt design is the key to achieving the desired outputs. Prompt design, often referred to as Prompt Engineering, is a burgeoning field that demands creativity and meticulous attention to detail. It involves carefully selecting the right w...

People talking about AI is like glitter after a craft project, or azulejos in architecture, it's everywhere! Recent advances in generative AI, like Stable Diffusion and Chat-GPT, have the industry more hyped up than a caffeine-addicted toddler. It can leave one feeling like they're being left behind if they're not incorporating AI into their apps today. In this talk, we'll take a sober look at the...

The landscape of software development is rapidly evolving, and developers are constantly seeking better tools to enhance their productivity and create more efficient workflows. In this talk, I'll show you what many of my enterprise customers are looking to implement - deploying architectural archetypes using the latest advancements in developer toolsets. We will stand up our dev environment on...

It's been hard to miss AI in the news recently. From breakthroughs in natural language processing to impressive image recognition and generation capabilities, AI is everywhere we look right now! In this talk, experienced software engineer Simon Waight will explore the benefits and considerations for developers when they are looking to adopt generative AI as part of their toolkit. To help set t...

To trust or not to trust? That depends on the quality of your prompts. Trusting Large Language Models (LLMs) is all about reducing uncertainties, and effective prompt design is the key to achieving the desired outputs. Prompt design, often referred to as Prompt Engineering, is a burgeoning field that demands creativity and meticulous attention to detail. It involves carefully selecting the right w...

People talking about AI is like glitter after a craft project, or azulejos in architecture, it's everywhere! Recent advances in generative AI, like Stable Diffusion and Chat-GPT, have the industry more hyped up than a caffeine-addicted toddler. It can leave one feeling like they're being left behind if they're not incorporating AI into their apps today. In this talk, we'll take a s...

The landscape of software development is rapidly evolving, and developers are constantly seeking better tools to enhance their productivity and create more efficient workflows. In this talk, I'll show you what many of my enterprise customers are looking to implement - deploying architectural archetypes using the latest advancements in developer toolsets. We will stand up our dev environment on...

It's been hard to miss AI in the news recently. From breakthroughs in natural language processing to impressive image recognition and generation capabilities, AI is everywhere we look right now! In this talk, experienced software engineer Simon Waight will explore the benefits and considerations for developers when they are looking to adopt generative AI as part of their toolkit. To help set t...

Artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the most powerful and influential technologies of our time. It has the potential to transform various aspects of our lives, such as health, education, entertainment, and security. However, AI also poses significant challenges and risks, such as ethical dilemmas, social impacts, and existential threats. How can we ensure that AI is aligned with our values and...

It's time to delve into the critical intersection of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. Let's explore the integration of Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) principles into machine learning model development processes. Addressing vulnerabilities and ensuring data privacy are paramount as AI technologies become more prevalent. Session is on practical approaches to incorpor...

Have you ever wondered how to create intelligent apps with .NET and Azure OpenAI? Do you want to learn how to leverage the power of large language models like ChatGPT to generate natural and engaging conversations? Do you want to see how AI can build AI apps? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this talk is for you! In this talk, you will discover how to use .NET, C#, and Azure to...

In the past year ChatGPT and the OpenAI API have gone from 0 to 100 faster than a Tesla. No one wants to be left behind. Businesses are automating tasks and having content written instantly. Some companies are suddenly ✅ 10x more productive, and some companies ❌ struggle. SSW consultants have been leveraging AI to improve client’s products…. And solving problems inside SSW too. Let’s take a look...

Combining the power of Kubernetes and MLOps brings scalability, reliability, and reproducibility to generative AI workflows. In this session, we will explore how Kubernetes enables the orchestration of distributed generative AI training and inference pipelines, while MLOps practices ensure efficient model development, deployment, and monitoring. Join us to discover how this combination empowers or...

What comes after ChatGPT? Vector database projects like Weaviate, Pinecone, and Chroma recently got millions of dollars of funding for their projects. But what are vector databases? And why will they be so important in the future? Let us see how Vector Databases can help you define and run your machine learning business use cases. We will explore some real-world use cases and try to understand the...

It's time you meet your AI pair programmer. Do you find yourself stuck on a chunk of code? Unsure of how best to center a div? GitHub Copilot can help. Get unstuck by seeing suggested lines or code, whole functions, and learn more about your development journey through having code explained, and even translate your code into other languages. Find out more about GitHub Copilot, new features, up...