Azure & DevOps Podcast

Scott Forsyth: Gen AI or Generative Artificial Intelligence - Episode 301

Jun 10, 2024

Scott Forsyth, with 25 years in IT, delves into AI evolution, generative AI models, AI limitations, chatbots, and the Kitchen Co-Pilot app. He discusses small language models, RAG, and code interpreters, highlighting AI's weaknesses in math. The podcast explores AI use cases, the Flowise AI platform, and the Kitchen Co-Pilot app for natural language processing.

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Quick takeaways

Generative AI has diverse applications like text-to-speech and speech-to-text models.

Scott's new startup 'Kitchen Copilot' leverages AI for streamlining meal planning processes.

Deep dives

Scott Forsythe's Career Journey from IT to Artificial Intelligence

Scott Forsythe shares his career evolution from hosting services to solutions delivery over the years, emphasizing hands-on work with team leadership. He narrates his transition to the artificial intelligence realm in recent months, driven by the evolving tech landscape. Scott dives into working with tools like GitHub Co-Pilot and Chat GPT to explore the nuances of AI.

Intro

3min

Evolution of a Full Stack Developer into AI

14min

Exploring the Functionality and Limitations of AI Systems and Generative AI

5min

Exploring Generative AI Models and Small Language Models

14min

Discussion on App Release and Kitchen Services

2min

Exploring Projects for .NET Developers in Generative AI

4min

Exploring Generative Artificial Intelligence

2min

Scott has spent over 25 years in the IT field, working in disciplines such as systems architecture, software development, team growth, and entrepreneurship. He was a Microsoft MVP for 12 years in ASP.NET and IIS. He’s co-authored two books (IIS 7 and IIS 8 Professional), is a Pluralsight author, and has spoken at various conferences, code camps, and user groups. He’s now shifted into the AI space, building AI solutions and supporting others in their AI journey. He’s also co-founding a new startup, so he’s spending much of his time as an Entrepreneur.

Topics of Discussion:

[2:15] Scott’s career path and what steered him into AI.

[5:18] AI development and Scott’s journey learning about generative AI.

[7:15] AI use cases, including chatbots, text-to-speech, and speech-to-text.

[13:14] Flowise AI.

[15:48] RAG, AKA retrieval augmented generation.

[17:32] Code interpreter.

[18:10] How do we know that AI is terrible at math, and what are the other things it’s not good at?

[26:13] Using small language models for natural language processing.

[37:13] Kitchen Co-Pilot app.

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