Using AI Productively at Work, Home, & Job Hunting

Presenter: Jill Finlayson

Session Description: Generative Artificial Intelligence (Generative AI) has democratized access to Artificial Intelligence, but what are good ways to use it, what are some of the risks, and how do we use AI to accelerate our productivity? A non-technical discussion about what you need to know about how artificial intelligence, machine learning, and generative AI work. Examine various use cases, explore how students and peers have been adopting AI, consider ethics and inclusion, understand what AI means for your job search, and find out how it can open doors to learning, creativity, and problem-solving. Generative AI can be a great partner to discover career paths, learn ways to upskill, expand your creative outlets, and open doors to new opportunities.

Attendees will learn:

  1. How AI, Machine Learning, and generative AI work in layperson's terms.
  2. Where you will find AI in daily life - and back story on the peril and potential of AI
  3. Popular uses for generative AI like ChatGPT at work, home, and play
  4. Where to go to learn more AI skills
  5. How AI can help and hinder your job search