Get ready to ignite your understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) on supercomputing systems at "AI Ignition: Fueling Your Knowledge 2024", a dynamic half-day event hosted by ASU Research Computing. Join faculty, students, and staff as we delve into the latest advancements and applications of AI in research and innovation.

We welcome your feedback and suggestions on what you would like to see next year (contact: Rebecca Belshe, rbelshe@asu.edu).

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00:00:00 - Kick Off from Research Computing

00:26:00 - Beyond Text: Harnessing the Potential of Large Language Models for Innovation

00:58:00 - Advanced Data Management: Using GitOps and DataOps in Your AI Workflows

01:24:00 - Using Generative AI Productively

02:32:00 - Powering Up: Unleashing the Potential of AI in Software Acceleration

02:59:00 - AI with NVIDIA

03:57:00 - Ensuring Reproducibility in AI: Declarative Tools for Managing Software Stacks

04:29:00 - Closing Remarks and AI Resources

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Kick Off from Research Computing

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Learn about news related to the Sol Supercomputer, Research Computing, and other services from the Research Technology Office.

Beyond Text: Harnessing the Potential of Large Language Models for Innovation

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Dive into the fascinating world of Large Language Models (LLMs) – the backbone of generative artificial intelligence. These models, like Falcon, LlaMa, Alpaca, MPT, and more, operate on the cutting edge, responding to text queries based on billions of trained weight parameters. ASU Research Computing has downloaded several open-source large language models that can be loaded and used for inference and fine-tuning on the Sol supercomputer.

Advanced Data Management: Using GitOps and DataOps in Your AI Workflows

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Explore how to enhance your AI workflows with advanced data management techniques using GitOps and DataOps, ensuring seamless integration, automation, and efficiency.

Using Generative AI Productively

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In this hands-on class, learn how to transform your work routine with ChatGPT and other Generative AI technologies. We'll guide you through real-world applications, showing you how to harness AI for greater productivity in your everyday tasks.

See more AI examples from Geoff Pofahl here.

Powering Up: Unleashing the Potential of AI in Software Acceleration

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This workshop focuses on leveraging AI-accelerated software within the ASU supercomputer environment. Attendees will dive into the intricacies of harnessing the combined power of AI algorithms to maximize software acceleration specifically tailored for the ASU supercomputer architecture.

AI with NVIDIA

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Learn about exciting AI tools from industry experts. 

Ensuring Reproducibility in AI: Declarative Tools for Managing Software Stacks

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Dive into the realm of ensuring reproducibility in AI with a focus on declarative tools for effectively managing software stacks, fostering reliability and consistency in your projects.

Closing Remarks and AI Resources

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Learn about resources and services for AI from Research Computing, ASU, and national efforts funded by the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF).