“AI and Accelerated Computing Tools for Educators and Students” by Ramey
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- AI and Accelerated Computing Tools for Educators and Students
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- Educator's Day Session
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Join us for an insightful session where we will unveil NVIDIA’s comprehensive resources to enhance academic programs and drive impactful student research. Whether you are new to the field or an experienced educator, this session will equip you with the tools needed to upskill, design innovative curricula, and mentor groundbreaking projects. NVIDIA’s Deep Learning Institute (DLI) offers hands-on training in AI, accelerated computing, and data science. Key features include: -End-to-End Projects: Build and deploy comprehensive projects across various technologies. -Industry-Standard Tools: Gain experience with widely used software and frameworks. -Live Workshops: Engage in live, instructor-led workshops led by NVIDIA-certified experts. -Self-Paced Courses: Access online courses anytime to fit your schedule. -Certifications: Earn NVIDIA course certificates to boost your career. The NVIDIA University Ambassador Program empowers qualified faculty and researchers to teach workshops to their students at no cost, fostering a global network of AI educators and researchers. The Teaching Kit Program supports university educators with downloadable courseware in accelerated computing, deep learning, and robotics, including lecture materials, GPU cloud resources, and self-paced courses. This session will be presented by Will Ramey, senior director at NVIDIA, who leads global teams responsible for the company’s developer programs and the Deep Learning Institute. Since joining NVIDIA in 2003, Will has served in various technical and leadership roles, including as the first product manager for the CUDA parallel programming platform. Prior to NVIDIA, he managed an independent game studio and developed advanced technology for the entertainment industry. Will holds a degree in computer science from Willamette University and completed the Japan Studies Program at Tokyo International University. With over 500 DLI University Ambassadors at hundreds of institutions globally, NVIDIA is committed to advancing the SIGGRAPH community through cutting-edge education and research. Don’t miss this opportunity to join the forefront of AI and computing innovation.
