Gradient Descent – Podcast about AI and Data

Gradient Descent - Podcast about AI and Data
Podcast Description
“Gradient Descent" is a podcast that delves into the depths of artificial intelligence and data science. Hosted by Vishnu Vettrivel (Founder of Wisecube AI) and Alex Thomas (Principal Data Scientist), the show explores the latest trends, innovations, and practical applications in AI and data science. Join us to learn more about how these technologies are shaping our future.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on a range of topics within AI and data science, including innovative AI applications, LLM evaluation methodologies, and the role of natural language processing. Specific episodes explore themes such as the complexities of using LLMs as evaluators, the balance of scaling AI models, and the implications of reinforcement learning, providing listeners with practical insights and future trends.

“Gradient Descent” is a podcast that delves into the depths of artificial intelligence and data science. Hosted by Vishnu Vettrivel (Founder of Wisecube AI) and Alex Thomas (Principal Data Scientist), the show explores the latest trends, innovations, and practical applications in AI and data science. Join us to learn more about how these technologies are shaping our future.
In this episode, Vishnu and Alex reflect on Wisecube’s 8-year journey and over 15 years of experience in AI and NLP. They discuss pioneering search engines using TF-IDF to build knowledge graphs (Orpheus), addressing LLM reliability with Pythia, exploring key milestones in AI development, and the evolution of NLP. Topics include the Eliza effect, real-world healthcare and research applications, CAC, drug discovery, and Wisecube's recent acquisition by John Snow Labs. They explore the future of NLP and AI in healthcare.
Alex Thomas's book, ”𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗡𝗟𝗣: 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗲”: https://www.amazon.com/Natural-Language-Processing-Spark-NLP/dp/1492047767
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction and Personal Notes
01:13 Wisecube is Now Part of John Snow Labs!
02:15 History and Evolution of NLP
03:27 Early Search Engine Projects
07:55 CAC (Computer-Aided Coding) Healthcare Project
18:05 Drug Discovery Research
28:12 Knowledge Graphs and Orpheus/Pythia Projects
35:51 Future Outlook and Conclusion
Available on:
• YouTube: https://youtube.com/@WisecubeAI/podcasts
• Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/4kPMxZf
• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1nG58pwg2Dv6oAhCTzab55
• Amazon Music: https://bit.ly/4izpdO2
Follow us:
– John Snow Labs: https://www.johnsnowlabs.com/?utm_source=acquisition&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=wisecube
– LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wisecube/
#AI #NLP #LLM #MachineLearning #KnowledgeGraphs #ArtificialIntelligence #DataScience #HealthcareAI #StartupJourney #AIResearch #DrugDiscovery #NaturalLanguageProcessing

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