Exploring LLMs and AI Education with Luis Serrano
The What's AI Podcast Episode 15: Building a LLM University
Good morning fellow AI enthusiast!
Welcome to the What’s AI Podcast episode 15, where we delve into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence and its diverse applications.
In this episode, we have a special guest, Luis Serrano, an AI scientist, AI educator, and author known for his popular YouTube channel, Serrano.Academy, and the bestselling book “Grokking Machine Learning.” Currently working at Cohere, Luis is involved in building the Large Language Model University (LLM U), an exciting resource for learning about LLMs and advancing AI education.
Why Should You Listen? Are you curious about the groundbreaking advancements in large language models (LLMs)? Do you want to explore the world of AI education and gain insights from an experienced AI scientist? Look no further! In this episode, Luis Serrano takes us on a captivating journey through the realm of LLMs, discussing their mind-blowing capabilities, the significance of AI education, and much more.
Here are some highlights of the Discussion:
Luis Serrano’s Background: From a mathematician with a passion for teaching to a machine learning engineer at YouTube and an educator at Udacity and Apple, Luis shares his diverse academic and professional journey, showcasing his love for education and his experiences in the tech industry.
The Fascination with LLMs: Discover what sparked Luis’s interest in LLMs and why these models blew his mind. He explains how LLMs’ ability to mimic human language and generate text with astonishing accuracy exceeded his expectations, ultimately leading him to dive deep into the world of LLMs.
Getting Started in AI and NLP: Luis provides valuable advice on how to start learning about natural language processing (NLP) and AI. He emphasizes the importance of having a diverse set of skills and backgrounds in the field, along with a practical, hands-on approach to learning.
The Value of a PhD in AI Research: Luis reflects on his own experience pursuing a PhD in mathematics and shares insights into the significance of a PhD for a career in AI research. While he acknowledges its benefits, he also highlights that a PhD is not an absolute requirement and that there are alternative paths to becoming an AI researcher.
The Future of Online Learning: Luis discusses the democratization of knowledge through online learning platforms and the growing opportunities for individuals to learn AI and other skills outside traditional educational institutions. He highlights the importance of combining online learning with formal education to keep up with the rapidly evolving AI landscape.
Don’t miss out on this enlightening conversation with Luis Serrano! To dive deeper into the world of LLMs, AI education, and the future of AI, tune in to the full episode on Spotify and YouTube (the full transcript is also available on my blog if preferred):
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