AI Masterclass at Porto Business School: “Finally Understanding AI: How to Master It Before It Masters You”

On September 25th, 2024, ITDS, in collaboration with the Chambre de Commerce et d’Industrie Luso-Française, proudly organized an insightful AI Masterclass at Porto Business School, themed “Finally Understanding AI: How to Master It Before It Masters You.” The event brought together industry experts and thought leaders to explore the latest advancements in Artificial Intelligence and its practical applications across various sectors.

Here’s a recap of the event’s highlights:

AI Masterclass: “Finally Understanding AI: How to Master It Before It Masters You.”

The event kicked off with an in-depth AI Masterclass led by Luís Pinto from Genesis.Studio, who expertly guided participants through the basics of AI, its growing importance, and how it’s transforming industries. He explained the different levels of AI, from Narrow AI, like Netflix or Siri, to the theoretical concept of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). Attendees also gained a clear understanding of Machine Learning versus Generative AI, along with insights into how Large Language Models (LLMs) function and their impact on industries such as banking, healthcare, and logistics.

Panel Discussion: AI’s Role in Streamlining Recruitment

The panel discussion featured a distinguished lineup of speakers, including:

• Etienne Huret (CEO of Natixis in Portugal)
• Albertina Soares (Project Lead at Volkswagen Digital Solutions)
• Riadh Chaabouni (CEO of ITDS Portugal)
• Luís Miguel Silva (President of Porto Tech Hub)

The discussion explored how AI is revolutionizing recruitment processes, from resume screening to candidate matching and video interview analysis. The panelists shared their experiences with AI adoption, addressing both the benefits and challenges, and emphasized that AI serves as a valuable tool to support human recruiters rather than replace them.

Networking Session: Building Connections and Sharing Insights

The event wrapped up with a networking session, providing participants with the opportunity to exchange ideas and explore how AI could be applied within their own organizations. It was a great chance for collaboration and knowledge sharing across industries.

Summary

The entire event was expertly moderated by Paulo Brás from ITDS Portugal, who ensured the discussions flowed smoothly and that key takeaways were shared with all attendees.

At ITDS, we’re thrilled to have hosted this forward-thinking event and to contribute to the AI conversation. We look forward to continuing to help businesses unlock the full potential of AI and drive innovation in the digital age.