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Nov 2023
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Unlocking the Power of Language Models i...

Lukas Biewald
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In the premiere episode of Gradient Dissent Business, we're joined by Weights & Biases co-founder Chris Van Pelt for a deep dive into the world of large language models like GPT-3.5 and GPT-4. Chris bridges his expertise as both a tech founder and AI expert, offering key strategies for startups seeking to connect with early users, and for enterprises experimenting with AI. He highlights the melding of AI and traditional web development, sharing his insights on product evolution, leadership, and the power of customer conversations—even for the most introverted founders. He shares how personal development and authentic co-founder relationships enrich business dynamics. Join us for a compelling episode brimming with actionable advice for those looking to innovate with language models, all while managing the inherent complexities. Don't miss Chris Van Pelt's invaluable take on the future of AI in this thought-provoking installment of Gradient Dissent Business.

We discuss:

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 5:59 - Impactful relationships in Chris's life
  • 13:15 - Advice for finding co-founders
  • 16:25 - Chris's fascination with challenging problems
  • 22:30 - Tech stack for AI labs
  • 30:50 - Impactful capabilities of AI models
  • 36:24 - How this AI era is different
  • 47:36 - Advising large enterprises on language model integration
  • 51:18 - Using language models for business intelligence and automation
  • 52:13 - Closing thoughts and appreciation

Thanks for listening to the Gradient Dissent Business podcast, with hosts Lavanya Shukla and Caryn Marooney, brought to you by Weights & Biases. Be sure to click the subscribe button below, to keep your finger on the pulse of this fast-moving space and hear from other amazing guests

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