Susan Shu Chang, Principal Data Scientist at Elastic, delves into the synergy between foundational machine learning and generative AI. She emphasizes the critical role of collaboration between machine learning practitioners and software engineers to ensure effective model deployment. Chang discusses the challenges of harnessing large language models for summarizing log data and explores practical tools for developing generative AI applications. Additionally, she shares strategies for navigating machine learning job interviews, highlighting the importance of a well-rounded skill set.