IEEE Skill Development Hands-on Workshop on “Building AI based Applications”

The IEEE Student Branch of Don Bosco College of Engineering hosted a skill development hands-on workshop on “Building AI based Applications” on July 27, 2024. This one-day event provided participants with a deep dive into AI technologies and its real-world applications, equipping them with both knowledge and hands-on experience. The speakers for the event were the IEEE Student Members, Mr. Piyush Suthar and Mr. Yash Kocherkar.

The workshop began with an engaging opening address that framed AI as a pivotal technology shaping the future. The speaker talked about the wide variety of AI uses, setting the direction for the day’s sessions. Participants were introduced to the latest advancements in large language models (LLMs) and their applications. The resource persons then went on to give a hands-on experience to the participants to build their first AI model beginning with a short crash course on the python programming language and then diving into deeper aspects like creating their own API key and working with manual prompts.

The afternoon session was primarily focused on building a model without using libraries. The session ended with the facilitation of the speakers by the organizers. The workshop was a valuable addition to the students’ educational journey, and it provided them with a practical and relevant skillset that they can apply in the future. The event was organized and supported by Prof. Yeshudas Muttu – IEEE DBCE SB Counselor and Mr. Sherwin Dias & Mr. Luke Fernandes – IEEE DBCE SB Members.