Jay White, a leader in the open source ecosystem at Microsoft, discusses his journey into open source, focusing on AI and machine learning. He highlights his role in the Azure office of the CTO, working on open source, security, and AI standards. White emphasizes the importance of model signing and transparency in AI development, mentioning ongoing work in the OpenSSF and Coalition for Secure AI (CoSAI). He encourages community involvement, noting the need for standardization in AI supply chain security and the nuanced challenges of cultural representation in AI models. White also shares his passion for community building and the importance of continuous learning in AI and machine learning.
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Chapters:
- Introduction & Jay’s Background (00:19)
- Jay’s Journey into Open Source (02:29)
- AI & Machine Learning Working Group (06:32)
- Supply Chain Security & Model Signing (09:17)
- Joining & Contributing to Open Source Efforts (13:16)
- Challenges and Opportunities in AI Security (15:39)
- Building Inclusive & Diverse AI Systems (18:30)
- Rapid Fire & Final Thoughts (21:18)
