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Agenda

6PM - Arrivals/Welcome
6:30PM - Introduction
6:40PM - 7PM - The Basics of Generative AI by Henk Boelman, Principal Cloud Advocate, Microsoft
7PM - 7:20PM - Mastering GitHub Models for AI Projects by Amy Boyd, Principal Cloud Advocate, Microsoft
7:20PM - 7:45PM - Break
7:45PM - 8:05PM - Guardians of the promptyverse by Sammy Deprez, AI Consultant, Advancing Analytics
8:05PM - 8:30PM - Networking & Closing

Session Descriptions

The basics of Generative AI

Discover the basics of generative AI, including core models, functionalities. Learn how to utilize these models to build your own generative AI applications.

From Concept to Code Easily: Mastering GitHub Models for AI Projects

I want to introduce you to GitHub Models, an accessible and free tool for developers. We will begin by learning how to access GitHub Models and briefly exploring its intuitive playground. Next, we will delve into the exciting part - practical code samples, demonstrating their application both in GitHub CodeSpaces and on a local device. By the end of the session, you will understand the ease with which developers can test models within their AI projects, for free.

Guardians of the Promptiverse: Ensuring LLM Safety and Security

Step into the world of promptiverse guardianship as we explore strategies to ensure the safety and security of your Large Language Model solutions. This talk is a fun and informative journey into defending against prompt hacking, covering techniques like prompt engineering and vigilant monitoring. Join us as we empower you to become a guardian of your LLM, safeguarding it against potential threats and ensuring its integrity in the ever-evolving digital landscape.