The State of Developer Education Open Source Models and Developer Education with Jacob Marks of Voxel51
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Dec 21, 2023 Jacob Marks, Machine Learning Engineer and Developer Evangelist at Voxel51, discusses the hype of AI in computer vision and software development. They highlight the importance of practical learning resources, code reusability, and engaging the developer community. They also talk about building a chat bot with GPT 3.5, the value of foundational models in computer vision, and the potential of using synthetic data. Finally, they explore the role of emoji in emotional expression and mention Andrei Carpathy as an influential figure in science and tech.
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From Physics to Developer Evangelism
- Jacob Marks shares his non-traditional path from physics research to developer evangelism.
- His passion for teaching and communication has been a constant alongside his technical work.
Coding Mindsets: Science vs Development
- Science coding focuses on proof of concept, not edge case rigor or reuse.
- Development demands robust, reusable code designed for others to interact with effectively.
AI Tools for All Developers
- Democratization of ML tooling eases access for diverse skill levels.
- Fine-tuning models and building complex systems is now accessible to more developers than ever before.