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Reimagining Business Intelligence Through AI: A Conversation with Zenlytic's CEO Ryan Janssen
Mar 29, 2024
Ryan Janssen, CEO of Zenlytic, a breakthrough conversational analytics platform, dives into the captivating intersection of AI and business intelligence. He envisions a future where data feels engaging, even compared to trading cards. The discussion covers the rise of semantic layers in data modeling, addressing user experience and self-service analytics. Ryan emphasizes the importance of soft skills in executing successful data projects. As AI evolves, he advocates for incremental innovations that build trust and ensure compliance, paving the way for user-friendly data solutions.
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- Ryan Janssen discusses how the playful creation of DataMons demonstrates AI's rapid advancements and potential in data analytics.
- The conversation highlights the importance of incorporating a semantic layer in data modeling to enhance user experience and self-service analytics.
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The Fun of Datamon Cards
Creating Datamon cards, which are inspired by Pokémon cards but tailored for figures in the data industry, brought immense joy to attendees at the DBT Coalesce Conference. The initiative, led by Ryan Jansen and his team at Zenlytic, aimed to showcase the capabilities of AI in a playful manner by generating these collectible cards. The cards were largely created using AI technologies such as Midjourney for images and large language models for text, demonstrating the potential of AI to produce high-quality output quickly. This fun project not only delighted attendees but also highlighted the rapid advancements in AI technology over just one year, transforming what was previously impossible into a reality.
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