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Sidekick is an AI Shopify expert
Dec 11, 2024
Mike Tamir, a distinguished ML engineer and Head of Machine Learning at Shopify, joins Matt Colyer, Director of Product Management for Sidekick, to discuss Shopify's AI capabilities. They dive into how generative AI enhances the e-commerce experience through tools like Sidekick, which acts as an AI assistant for merchants. The conversation also touches on the integration of large language models to improve customer service and operational efficiency, as well as the impact of AI on modern branding strategies.
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- Shopify is leveraging AI technologies like generative AI and LLMs to enhance their product offerings and streamline merchant operations.
- The Sidekick assistant acts as a virtual co-founder, providing merchants with instant advice and automated support for various business tasks.
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