Sunday, May 2025

09:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Room: LL21DEF

Session: Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence: Vision to Language Models

Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence: Vision to Language Models

Description:

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the way we interact with technology, reshaping industries, and unlocking possibilities once thought to be science fiction. This short course provides a comprehensive introduction to AI technologies, designed to engage both newcomers and seasoned professionals. The course explores the foundational principles of AI based on machine learning algorithms, unravels the intricacies behind image recognition using convolutional neural networks, and then dives into transformer architectures that enable transformative large language models like GPT, Gemini, Llama, etc. Through drawing parallels with human perception and cognitive neuroscience, understanding the computational implementations and interactive demonstrations, participants will gain an appreciation of how AI systems process, perceive, and generate information. Whether you’re curious about AI’s capabilities or looking to enhance your understanding of recent advancements, this course will equip you with the knowledge to grasp the current technology landscape and inspire you to envision its future applications.