Reid Robinson

Joining the conversation are Simon Willison, a software engineer known for his expertise in Python, and Alex Volkov, an AI researcher from Weights & Biases. They delve into the latest from OpenAI’s DevDay, breaking down the new features like GPT-4 Turbo and stateful APIs. Raza Habib discusses the real-world implications of foundation models, while Surya Dantuluri shares insights on evolving chatbot functionalities. Reid Robinson touches on Zapier's AI integration, and the group examines innovative applications and the future of multimodal capabilities in AI.

In this discussion, Simon Willison, a software developer and author, joins AI researchers and startup founders to reflect on OpenAI's DevDay announcements. They dive into the exciting advancements like GPT-4 Turbo, the risks of prompt injection, and the shift from plugins to GPTs, highlighting the implications for app development. Reid Robinson shares insights on Zapier's AI actions, while Shreya Rajpal emphasizes the importance of guardrails for LLM applications. The conversation also explores new API features and community-driven innovations in AI.

In this discussion, Reid Robinson, Lead AI Product Manager at Zapier, dives into the transformative world of Model Context Protocols (MCPs). He breaks down the client-server model using relatable analogies, highlighting why MCPs are essential for integrating AI into products. Reid illustrates practical examples, from personal productivity boosts to enterprise-level integrations, emphasizing the importance of adapting to AI-driven user behaviors. His insights provide a roadmap for product leaders aiming to leverage AI's potential effectively.

Reid Robinson, Lead Product Manager for AI at Zapier, discusses the implications of AI in B2B marketing, automation of workflows using AI, integrating chat GPT with Zapier for B2B marketing automation, and the role of AI in sales and marketing. They also explore developments in video and audio space for content creators and emphasize the importance of incorporating AI tools in B2B sales and marketing.

Reid Robinson, Lead AI Product Manager @Zapier, discusses integrating AI into Zapier workflows. They explore common AI patterns in company integrations and the challenges of working with OpenAI. The podcast covers AI agents interacting to complete tasks and the future of AI integration at Zapier.