KDnuggets
AUGUST 9, 2024
Optimize LLM performance and scalability using techniques like prompt engineering, retrieval augmentation, fine-tuning, model pruning, quantization, distillation, load balancing, sharding, and caching.
insideBIGDATA
AUGUST 9, 2024
Over one third (35%) of global enterprises are struggling to retain or attract crucial skills in AI, data and automation, which is threatening their optimistic AI ambitions. This is according to research from an IDC InfoBrief, commissioned by Expereo, "Enterprise Horizons 2024" which highlights a critically low supply of AI expertise, despite AI now being considered as the biggest priority for CIOs across the world.
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Analytics Vidhya
AUGUST 9, 2024
Introduction Have you ever spent hours perfecting a spreadsheet, only to worry that someone else might unintentionally (or intentionally!) mess with your carefully crafted data? I’ve been there, and it’s not a fun place to be. Excel is an incredibly powerful tool that many of us rely on for everything from simple lists to complex […] The post A Guide to Locking Cells and Securing Your Data in Excel appeared first on Analytics Vidhya.
KDnuggets
AUGUST 9, 2024
Explore Python's Pendulum library for simplified date & time handling and timezone management.
Speaker: Paul Heller
Most innovation work proceeds independently from company strategy. As a result, the products that arrive in the market are not well aligned with the company’s goals. This challenge is particularly significant in organizations with transformation-oriented strategies, where innovation must directly support growth, scalability, and strategic pivots. In this session, we will discuss why innovation in large companies is so often not aligned with the company’s strategy and what innovation leaders, pro
Analytics Vidhya
AUGUST 9, 2024
Introduction When I first started using Apache Spark, I was amazed by its easy handling of massive datasets. Now, with the release of Apache Spark 4.0 just around the corner, I’m more excited than ever. This latest update promises to be a game-changer, packed with powerful new features, remarkable performance boosts, and improvements that make […] The post Apache Spark 4.0: A New Era of Big Data Processing appeared first on Analytics Vidhya.
Machine Learning Mastery
AUGUST 9, 2024
As a machine learning engineer or a data scientist, you’ll likely need to work with time series data. Time series analysis focuses on data indexed by time, such as stock prices, temperature, and the like. If you’re already comfortable with machine learning fundamentals but new to time series, this guide will provide you with five […] The post 5 Tips for Getting Started with Time Series Analysis appeared first on MachineLearningMastery.com.
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databricks
AUGUST 9, 2024
In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, the intersection of data and artificial intelligence (AI) has become a critical focus for organizations across industries.
Adrian Bridgwater for Forbes
AUGUST 9, 2024
What matters with AI coding tools as we move out of the prototyping phase is how we enter a a realm where automation works symbiotically alongside human engineers.
Analytics Vidhya
AUGUST 9, 2024
Introduction In this edition of AV Bytes, we delve into some of the most impactful developments in the AI industry over the past week. From Google’s strategic acquisition of Character.ai to the release of BitNet b1.58, the AI landscape is rapidly evolving with innovations that promise to reshape the future of technology. We also explore […] The post AV Bytes: AI Industry Shifts and Technological Breakthroughs appeared first on Analytics Vidhya.
Hacker News
AUGUST 9, 2024
If you've ever built a web service or a web app, you know the drill: pick a database, pick a web service framework (and in today's day and age, pick a front-end framework, but let's not get into that).
Speaker: Christophe Louvion, Chief Product & Technology Officer of NRC Health and Tony Karrer, CTO at Aggregage
Christophe Louvion, Chief Product & Technology Officer of NRC Health, is here to take us through how he guided his company's recent experience of getting from concept to launch and sales of products within 90 days. In this exclusive webinar, Christophe will cover key aspects of his journey, including: LLM Development & Quick Wins 🤖 Understand how LLMs differ from traditional software, identifying opportunities for rapid development and deployment.
FlowingData
AUGUST 9, 2024
Generative AI things are often unsettling, but the playful uses I’m into. Dries Depoorter created a selfie coach with OpenAI to process video and ElevenLabs to provide a voice. Demo below: The code is on GitHub so that you too can be a selfie master.
Hacker News
AUGUST 9, 2024
Unveiled just a couple of months ago, Rivian’s second-generation R1T pickup and R1S SUV will maintain their distinctive look, with playful headlamps and a sleek exterior shape. Underneath the surface is where the magic is taking place, specifically a wholly new electrical architecture the brand says is less costly and easier to service.
AssemblyAI
AUGUST 9, 2024
The accuracy of Speech-to-Text (STT) systems is strongly influenced by the quality of the audio input. Choosing the right audio file format is essential, as it directly impacts how accurately the system can interpret and transcribe spoken words. In this blog post, we’ll explore the best audio and video formats for Speech-to-Text, focusing on sound quality, file size, and compatibility with STT software, as well as discussing the potential pitfalls of post-processing.
Hacker News
AUGUST 9, 2024
“I hear bravuras of birds… I hear the sound I love, the sound of the human voice,” Walt Whitman exulted in his ode to the “puzzle of puzzles” we call Being.
Speaker: Jamie Bernard
Success in product management goes beyond delivering great features - it’s about achieving measurable financial outcomes that resonate across the organization. By connecting your product’s journey with the company’s financial success, you’ll ensure that every feature, release, and innovation contributes to the bottom line, driving both customer satisfaction and business growth.
Towards AI
AUGUST 9, 2024
Author(s): Roberto Iriondo Originally published on Towards AI. Source: DALL-E By Roberto Iriondo This blog post explores the process of generating futuristic yet realistic scenery images of Peru using AI tools. We discuss the inspirations behind each prompt, the challenges faced in creating these images, and the insights gained from the experience. The post delves into the details of ten images, showcasing the blend of Peru’s natural beauty with sci-fi elements to create unique visual interpreta
Hacker News
AUGUST 9, 2024
Researchers discovered a potentially catastrophic vulnerability in AMD chips that has been there for decades. It’s called a ‘Sinkclose’ flaw.
IBM Journey to AI blog
AUGUST 9, 2024
Applications play a crucial role in both business and IT operations. However, IT organizations often lack visibility into the specific business processes their applications support and They also lack visibility into how these processes connect with the underlying systems. Business processes are a collection of linked activities that produce a business outcome.
Hacker News
AUGUST 9, 2024
We all knew it was coming but it’s no less painful to learn that Jake Seliger has died. I never met Jake in person but we were pen pals? email pals? blog friends? for well over a decade.
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AssemblyAI
AUGUST 9, 2024
The accuracy of Speech-to-Text (STT) systems is strongly influenced by the quality of the audio input. Choosing the right audio file format is essential, as it directly impacts how accurately the system can interpret and transcribe spoken words. In this blog post, we’ll explore the best audio and video formats for Speech-to-Text, focusing on sound quality, file size, and compatibility with STT software, as well as discussing the potential pitfalls of post-processing.
Hacker News
AUGUST 9, 2024
Mailhub is a versatile API for sending emails, offering tools for building, testing, tracking and monitoring. Create templates using our built-in code editor, enjoy full i18n support, and access a wide range of developer-friendly tools.
AssemblyAI
AUGUST 9, 2024
New Endpoints for LeMUR Claude 3 Building on last month’s release of Claude 3 support in LeMUR , we’ve now introduced two additional endpoints: Question & Answer and Summary. These complement the existing Task endpoint and are available for the latest Claude models: Claude 3 Opus Claude 3.5 Sonnet Claude 3 Sonnet Claude 3 Haiku For more details on these specialized endpoints and their usage, check out
Hacker News
AUGUST 9, 2024
A free HTML5 app to take the pain out of transcribing interviews. Useful for journalists, academics and anyone else transcribing audio. And it's open source, too.
Speaker: Conrado Morlan
In this engaging and witty talk, industry expert Conrado Morlan will explore how artificial intelligence can transform the daily tasks of product managers into streamlined, efficient processes. Using the lens of a superhero narrative, he’ll uncover how AI can be the ultimate sidekick, aiding in data management and reporting, enhancing productivity, and boosting innovation.
NYU Center for Data Science
AUGUST 9, 2024
This entry is a part of our Meet the Fellow blog series, which introduces and highlights Faculty Fellows who have recently joined CDS. Meet new CDS Faculty Fellow Yuzhou Gu , who will join the Center for Data Science in September 2024. Prior to his appointment at CDS, Gu was a member at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton from September 2023 to July 2024.
Hacker News
AUGUST 9, 2024
The earthquake occurred off Miyazaki Prefecture at 4:42 p.m. local time (3:42 a.m. ET) at a depth of about 18 miles, the Japan Meteorological Agency said.
Towards AI
AUGUST 9, 2024
Last Updated on August 21, 2024 by Editorial Team Author(s): Roberto Iriondo Originally published on Towards AI. Source: DALL-E By Roberto Iriondo This blog post explores the process of generating futuristic yet realistic scenery images of Peru using AI tools. We discuss the inspirations behind each prompt, the challenges faced in creating these images, and the insights gained from the experience.
Hacker News
AUGUST 9, 2024
Several Def Con 32 participants staying at Resorts World casino-hotel said they were being treated as criminals because they chose to attend a hacking convention.
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The complexity of financial data, the need for real-time insight, and the demand for user-friendly visualizations can seem daunting when it comes to analytics - but there is an easier way. With Logi Symphony, we aim to turn these challenges into opportunities. Our platform empowers you to seamlessly integrate advanced data analytics, generative AI, data visualization, and pixel-perfect reporting into your applications, transforming raw data into actionable insights.
phData
AUGUST 9, 2024
Imagine you are building out a routine sales report in Snowflake AI Data Cloud when you come across a requirement for a field called “Is Platinum Customer.” You discover that the list of who is considered a Platinum customer is maintained in an Excel spreadsheet on the VP of Sales laptop. This scenario is all too common to analytics engineers. The data we get from the source systems is often incomplete and needs to be augmented with external data.
Hacker News
AUGUST 9, 2024
This is the second installment of the Household Debt and Credit Report review of 2024. This post expands on the previous takeaways to see how they are trending with this month's new dataset release. With that being said, let's jump into things.
Pickl AI
AUGUST 9, 2024
Summary: This blog delves into hierarchies in dimensional modelling, highlighting their significance in data organisation and analysis. It covers the design and implementation of hierarchies, their benefits, common challenges, and best practices. Real-world examples illustrate their application, while tools and technologies facilitate effective hierarchical data management in various industries.
Hacker News
AUGUST 9, 2024
Smoking marijuana daily for years may increase the risk of potentially deadly head and neck cancers, a new study found.
Speaker: Pulkit Agrawal
As digital transformation advances at a rapid pace, Digital Adoption Platforms (DAPs) have become essential tools for enhancing user experiences and redefining product management strategies. DAPs are no-code solutions that integrate seamlessly with various technologies, and by fostering user adoption, these platforms help organizations maximize the potential of their tech investments.
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