Paul Welty, PhD AI, WORK, AND STAYING HUMAN

Think Bigger: Unknown Use Cases in GenAI

Think Bigger: Unknown Use Cases in GenAI
Discover innovative GenAI use cases that boost efficiency, transform workflows, and unlock productivity in everyday tasks. Embrace the future of AI!

This was the content that I presented at the Emory Center for AI Learning day-long event AI.DIVE.

Step into the future of practical AI with me! In these recordings, I explore how cutting-edge AI tools can transform everyday tasks, streamline workflows, and unlock new levels of productivity. From boosting efficiency in content creation to developing personalized learning experiences, I dive deep into how AI can work hand-in-hand with us to tackle challenges on a grand scale. Whether you’re interested in actionable AI applications or curious about the potential of agent-based systems, these sessions are packed with insights, live demos, and the latest strategies to make AI work for you—right now. Let’s get started and reimagine what’s possible!

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AI-based “podcast” from NotebookLM


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Books

The Work of Being (in progress)

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The Practice of Work (in progress)

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