ChatGPT is completely changing how we learn programming. Instead of getting bogged down by coding theory, even beginners can jump right into building projects from day one. Quite the difference compared to university! With tools as simple as ChatGPT, you can experiment with building real applications right from the start quite easily without understanding much. This hands-on approach lets you learn by doing, offering instant feedback and a way to explore coding in a practical, exciting way. But ...
Mar 06, 2025•17 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Here's an overview of the impact of LLMs on human work, which is complex and varied across different job categories...
Feb 11, 2025•13 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Software engineers vs. ML engineers vs. prompt engineers vs. LLM developers... all explained The rise of LLMs isn’t just about technology; it’s also about people. To unlock their full potential, we need a workforce with new skills and roles. This includes LLM Developers, who bridge the gap between software development, machine learning engineering, and prompt engineering. Let’s compare these roles... Master, Use and Build with LLMs in this Programming Language Agnostic Course: https://academy.to...
Feb 05, 2025•8 min•Season 2Ep. 8
What most people call agents aren’t agents. I’ve never really liked the term “agent”, until I saw this recent article by Anthropic , where I totally agree and now see how we can call something an agent. The vast majority is simply an API call to a language model. It’s this. A few lines of code and a prompt. This cannot act independently, make decisions or do anything. It simply replies to your users. Still, we call them agents. But this isn’t what we need. We need real agents, but what is a real...
Feb 02, 2025•12 min•Season 2Ep. 7
In the early days of LLMs, context windows, which is what we send them as text, were small, often capped at just 4,000 tokens (or 3,000 words), making it impossible to load all relevant context. This limitation gave rise to approaches like Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) in 2023, which dynamically fetches the necessary context. As LLMs evolved to support much larger context windows—up to 100k or even millions of tokens—new approaches like caching, or CAG, began to emerge, offering a true al...
Jan 29, 2025•10 min•Season 2Ep. 6
I think the first though about LLMs and generative AI, is often, “Cool tech buzzwords, but do I really need to know this?” YES. Here’s why diving into LLMs is practically essential... 🚀 1. They transform how we work Think about all the repetitive, boring tasks in your day. You can (almost) automate them, building tools that make you 10x more productive. That’s what LLMs can do. If you can't, someone else can. If it's too complex, it will be possible soon. 🧠 2. Reaching their full poten...
Jan 27, 2025•9 min•Season 2Ep. 5
When we talk about building powerful machine learning solutions, like large language models or retrieval-augmented generation, one key element that often flies under the radar is how to connect all the data and models and deploy them in a real product . This is where APIs come in. In this one, we’re diving into the world of APIs — what they are, why you might need one, and what deployment options are available. Build Your First Scalable Product with LLMs: https://academy.towardsai.net/courses/be...
Jan 19, 2025•14 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Build Your First Scalable Product with LLMs: https://academy.towardsai.net/courses/beginner-to-advanced-llm-dev?ref=1f9b29 Master LLMs and Get Industry-ready Now: https://academy.towardsai.net/?ref=1f9b29 Our ebook: https://academy.towardsai.net/courses/buildingllmsforproduction?ref=1f9b29 Video 8/10 of the "From Beginner to Advanced LLM Developer" course by Towards AI (linked above). The most practical and in-depth LLM Developer course out there (~90 lessons) for software developers, machine le...
Jan 13, 2025•9 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In this one, I discuss the dilemma between using retrieval-based generation and the newer "long context models". Long context models, like the Gemini suite of models, allow us to send up to millions of tokens (thousands of text pages), whereas retrieval (RAG)-based systems allow us to search through as much (if not more) content and retrieve only the necessary bits to send the LLM for improved answers. Both have advantages and disadvantages. This short episode will help you better understand whe...
Jan 10, 2025•7 min•Season 2Ep. 2
► Get your copy of "Building LLMs for Production": https://amzn.to/4bqYU9b ►The e-book version: https://academy.towardsai.net/courses/buildingllmsforproduction?ref=1f9b29 ► Our new course "From Beginners to Advanced LLM Developer": https://academy.towardsai.net/courses/beginner-to-advanced-llm-dev?ref=1f9b29 ►Full article and references: https://www.louisbouchard.ai/openai-o1/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/Whats_AI ►My Newsletter (My AI updates and news clearly explained): https://louisbouchard....
Jan 06, 2025•8 min•Season 2Ep. 1
In this episode, Luis Serrano and I dive into the transformative impact of AI on education, forecasting a radical shift in how future generations learn and think. ► Luis' website: https://serrano.academy/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/Whats_AI ►My Newsletter (My AI updates and news clearly explained): https://louisbouchard.substack.com/ ►Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whatsai ►Join Our AI Discord: https://discord.gg/learnaitogether How to start in AI/ML - A Complete Guide: ►h...
Mar 18, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 32
Register to GTC (attend in person, or free online): https://nvda.ws/3XQRtkl Interested in end-to-end PM job hunting and up-skilling program by Dr. Nancy Li’s PM Accelerator? Register this free masterclass about product portfolio and stay until the end to learn more about the program (Use the code LOUIS500 for 500$ off on her program!): https://www.drnancyli.com/a/2147615411/2HzsofFw Introducing Dr. Nancy Li, a versatile entrepreneur, Director of Products, YouTuber, and a Forbes-featured professi...
Mar 04, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 31
In this episode, I talk with Avery Smith, a data analytics expert and educator who gives practical strategies for breaking into the data analytics field, leveraging AI for learning and career development. Avery shares his journey into data and teaching, and insights on helping others transition into data careers through his Data Analytics Accelerator program, emphasizing the importance of practical projects and how he leverages AI in enhancing learning and job preparation processes (and he share...
Feb 12, 2024•52 min•Season 1Ep. 30
In this episode I had the opportunity to talk with Tina Huang, founder of the Lonely Octopus platform, a highly successful YouTube channel and experienced freelancer in the AI space. Tina shares her invaluable insights on leveraging AI in education, the nuances of freelancing in the tech industry, and strategies for enhancing personal productivity. The episode is for anyone looking to navigate the landscape of technology (especially AI), offering practical tips to work in the field or just lever...
Feb 05, 2024•56 min•Season 1Ep. 29
In this episode, I received Mariam Brian, CEO of Holo Art, to talk about the transformative role of AI in the art world. She discusses how artificial intelligence is reshaping artistic creation and expression and addresses the ethical implications of this technological evolution. This conversation, accessible to anyone, offers a fantastic perspective on the intersection of art and AI, highlighting the potential for a new era of creativity and collaboration between humans and machines! ►Mariam...
Jan 30, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 28
A new episode with Jerome Pasquero, a Machine Learning Director at Sama, a leading company for data annotation solutions, where we dive into the role of data in AI's evolution. We explore the nuances of data annotation, the ethical implications of data in AI, and how data is shaping the future of technology. Don't miss Jerome Pasquero's insights on the intersection of data and AI! ►Jerome Pasquero: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeromepasquero/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/Whats_AI ►My...
Jan 22, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 27
►Think Autonomous: https://www.thinkautonomous.ai/ ►Jeremy’s linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremycohen2626/ ►Newsletter: https://www.thinkautonomous.ai/private-emails-home/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/Whats_AI ►My Newsletter (My AI updates and news clearly explained): https://louisbouchard.substack.com/ ►Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whatsai ►Join Our AI Discord: https://discord.gg/learnaitogether How to start in AI/ML - A Complete Guide: ►https://www.louisbouchard.ai/...
Jan 15, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Follow the podcast for more interesting conversations with experts in the AI space! For more: ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/Whats_AI ►My Newsletter (My AI updates and news clearly explained): https://louisbouchard.substack.com/
Dec 28, 2023•11 min
In this 25th episode, Jerry, co-founder and CEO of LlamaIndex shares valuable insights for anyone implementing LLM solutions. I decided to focus on Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) since it is the current "hype" solution, but we also touched on LLMs in general, the importance of good communication and documentation and more about the business sides of things. I hope you enjoy this episode of the What's AI podcast! ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/Whats_AI ►My Newsletter (My AI upd...
Dec 18, 2023•59 min•Season 1Ep. 25
In this episode, I received Greg Coquillo, 2-times LinkedIn top voice, senior product manager and AI startup investor. I took this opportunity to into the lifecycle of startups, discussing the critical phases from prototyping to achieving market dominance. Greg shares his expertise on identifying crucial market signals that guide startups on whether to pivot or persevere. We also explore common pitfalls that AI startups face, such as scaling too rapidly and misalignment within teams. Particularl...
Dec 11, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 24
If you are interested in better leveraging AI for your work and productivity, building things (startups), or the world of podcasting, this episode with @KenJee_ds is for you! Subscribe to my newsletter and keep learning about AI and my projects: https://louisbouchard.substack.com/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/Whats_AI, https://twitter.com/KenJee_DS ►Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whatsai ►Join Our AI Discord: https://discord.gg/learnaitogether How to start in AI/ML - A Complete ...
Nov 21, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Check out MindStudio: https://bit.ly/MindStudioWhatsAI This is an interview with Dmitry Shapiro, previously working at Google and CTO of MySpace Music. Now, Dmitry is building something super ambitious with the goal of democratizing artificial intelligence. We talk about his platform, MindStudio, but also give super applicable tips to build better AI apps, such as the model selection, prompting, using RAG and more. We also talk a lot about the user perspective, democratizing AI and the future of...
Nov 15, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 22
This week I received Paige Bailey, Lead product manager at Google DeepMind and previously working at Microsoft GitHub building Copilot. In this episode, we discussed the democratization of AI, advancements in AI-assisted coding, and the ethics of innovation. Discover how AI is subtly reshaping our everyday experiences and the realm of software engineering. Follow Paige Bailey on all platforms, https://twitter.com/DynamicWebPaige ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/Whats_AI ►My Newsletter (My AI update...
Nov 08, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 20
In this episode, we explore the world of AI ethics and governance with an expert, delving into responsible AI practices, the balance between innovation and regulation, and the role of ethics in AI development and deployment. Gain insights on the challenges and solutions in aligning AI technologies with societal values and legal frameworks. Please leave a 5-star review and follow the podcast. You'll learn a lot of cool stuff, I promise. References: ►Learn more about Auxane:Her linkedin: https...
Oct 06, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Welcome to this special episode of the What’s AI podcast. Today, it’s just you and me, no guests. For the new listeners, my name is Louis Bouchard, and I am currently doing a PhD in AI at Polytechnique Montreal and Mila. I wanted to take the time to talk about what I am doing: my Ph.D. in artificial intelligence. This episode is for you whether you are thinking of doing a Ph.D. or simply if you are curious and want to learn more about what’s it like to do a Ph.D. and do research in artificial in...
Aug 02, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Join us in this captivating episode as we dive into the world of AI with Aleksa Gordić, ex-research scientist at DeepMind turned startup founder. Discover his unique journey from DeepMind to launching his own innovative startup, Ortus. Gain valuable insights on breaking into the AI field without a formal degree and landing a software engineer role at top tech companies. Explore the future of AI in video creation, productivity-enhancing tips, and the impact of AI on content creation. Don't mi...
Jul 12, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 18
In this podcast episode, I interview Petar Veličković, a research scientist at DeepMind. We discuss his academic background and his journey from competitive programming to machine learning. Petar shares insights on the value of a PhD, emphasizing its role as an entry ticket into research and the opportunity it provides to build connections and adaptability. He also highlights the evolving landscape of AI research, where diverse backgrounds and contributions are essential. Overall, the intervie...
Jul 04, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 17
My interview with Jay Alammar, widely known inthe AI and NLP field mainly through his great blog on transformers and attention. ►Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TO0IV9e2MMQ ►LLM University: https://docs.cohere.com/docs/llmu ►Jay's blog: http://jalammar.github.io/illustrated-transformer/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/JayAlammar, https://twitter.com/Whats_AI ►My Newsletter (A new AI application explained weekly to your emails!): https://www.louisbouchard.ai/newsletter/ ►Support me on Patreo...
Jun 27, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Welcome to another episode of the What's AI Podcast, where we dive deep into the world of artificial intelligence and its various applications. In this episode, we have a special guest, Luis Serrano, an AI scientist, YouTuber, and author, known for his popular YouTube channel, Serrano.Academy, and his book, "Grokking Machine Learning." Currently, he is working at Cohere, where he is involved in building a groundbreaking resource called LLM University. Watch the episode (and more vi...
Jun 15, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 15
This new episode features Felix Tao, CEO of Mindverse AI, and his years of experience working as a researcher at Facebook and Alibaba, mostly involved in language applications and AI. In this interview, Felix gives his insights on the evolution of AI, large language models, and finding the right balance between research and application. ►Felix Tao: https://www.linkedin.com/in/felix-tao-96456623/ ►Mindverse AI: https://www.mindverse.ai/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/Whats_AI ►My Newsletter (A new...
Jun 06, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 14
