Agenda

​5:15-6:15 p.m. Networking
6:15-7:30 p.m. Presentation
7:30-7:45 p.m. Q&A
​8:00 p.m. Networking

Event Summary

Join the Austin Forum as we launch our 'AI April' month of programming with an insightful presentation from renowned generative AI expert, speaker, and author, Amina Al Sherif.

The field of Artificial Intelligence is evolving at an unprecedented pace, with generative AI leading the charge. This presentation will delve into the rapid advancements in generative AI capabilities and uses, exploring the latest breakthroughs and their potential impact on various industries and aspects of our lives.

Amina Al Sherif will provide a comprehensive overview of:

• The Current State of Generative AI: Examining the latest models, techniques, and applications.

• The Rise of AI Agents and Agentic Systems: Understanding how these systems are changing the landscape of AI and automation.

• Expected Advancements in AI: Exploring the potential future of AI and its implications for society.

• Practical Applications and Ethical Considerations: Discussing real-world applications and the crucial ethical considerations surrounding these powerful technologies.

Whether you're a seasoned AI professional or simply curious about the future of technology, this presentation will provide valuable insights into the transformative power of generative AI.

Speaker

Amina Al Sherif

Amina Al Sherif is the author of the Nadiri fiction series. Originally from Cairo Egypt, she immigrated to the United States in 2010 as a first generation Arab-American and African American. Amina is a member of the LGBTQ+ community as well as a BIPOC writer.

Amina has worked with the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC) for over ten years as a United States Army officer. She has deployed to Baghdad, Iraq, Northern Syria, Turkey, Israel, as well as Afghanistan supporting the Special Operations Community.

A graduate of Penn State University, Amina holds a BA in Linguistics and Arabic from the University of Mississippi and a Masters in Professional Studies in Cybersecurity and Information Sciences. She is currently attending the University of Texas in San Antonio to pursue a career in astrophysics at the PhD level while maintaining a career in cybersecurity, data science, and technology.

Amina regularly blogs on Medium documenting her self-taught technical career, and maintains a literary blog on her website. In January 2020, she published her first book An Approach to Machine Learning in Cyber Defense for the Department of Defense.

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Attendance Instructions

In-person

Join us at The Center for Government and Civic Service, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000 where you will be checked in at the front. Parking map here! Street parking is free after 6 pm.

In-person attendees, please join us from 5:15 to 6:15 for networking and snacks. We look forward to chatting with you face-to-face!

Virtual

Once you register via Eventbrite, you will receive the virtual link one day before the event.