AI Creating New Jobs, HR's Dream Platform and More | AITX Newsletter #19

Hello everyone! AITX Team here with more updates this week.

If you’re new here, welcome! 👋 At AITX, we aim to:

• Connect you with like-minded peers passionate about AI.

• Provide a space for sharing ideas and receiving feedback on AI projects you’re building.

• Share helpful tools and invaluable resources.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Generative AI Workshop on Google Gemini and Vertex AI 🕸️ 

• When: Wednesday, May 22 | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM CST

• Where: Capital Factory 701 Brazos St · Austin, TX

• What: "Build with AI" event is community-led technical workshops and hackathons by Google developers. These events are designed to empower developers to both learn about and apply their skills to the latest trends and products in Generative AI, as offered by Google.

AI in Everyday Life: A Casual Discussion Group 💡 

• When: Wednesday, May 22 | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM CST

• Where: Bennu Coffee Highland 109 Jacob Fontaine Ln suite 600 · Austin, TX

• What: An engaging and interactive co-working session, "AI in Everyday Life", designed for AI enthusiasts and curious minds! In this gathering, we'll explore how artificial intelligence seamlessly integrates into our daily routines, making life more efficient and exciting.

Austin AI and ML Meetup Group - May Meetup ⚙️ 

• When: Wednesday, May 22 | 5:40 PM to 8:15 PM CST

• Where: 10900 Stonelake Blvd 10900 Stonelake Boulevard · Austin, TX

• What: Monthly meetup for the Austin AI & ML Group!

Technically Ethical: Thought-Provoking Discussions About Modern Tech 🤔 

• When: Tuesday, May 21 | 6:45 PM - 8:30 PM CST

• Where: Vuka - Bouldin Creek 411 W Monroe St · Austin, TX

• What: An Austin-based in-person group of tech-enthusiasts and tech-skeptics discussing the modern state of technology, how it impacts our lives, and the implications of new technology on our futures. Topics could include: AI and the 2023 writers strike, genetic modification, modern dating apps, and 'invisible automation'.

Generative AI Social 🍸️ 

• When: Thursday, May 23 | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM CST

• Where: Panera Bread 9901 N Capital of Texas Hwy Suite 100 · Austin, TX

• What: Talk about generative AI and its applications.

COMMUNITY STORIES

UT Austin Explores AI's Role in Education and Student Careers

At a glance:

Key points:

• AI presents both benefits and risks in teaching and learning

• UT Austin helps students develop ethical frameworks for using AI

• AI is creating job opportunities by promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills

• The new honor code promotes honest, respectful, and intentional learning

• UT Austin seeks to create a culture of academic integrity driven by the pursuit of knowledge

UT Austin is navigating the opportunities and challenges of AI in the classroom.

The university aims to guide students in engaging with AI ethically and responsibly while developing critical skills for their careers.

UT Austin's new honor code encourages students to pursue learning with honesty and intention, fostering a culture of academic integrity.

Read more here.

AI Drives New Job Opportunities and Workforce Evolution in Texas

At a glance:

Key points:

• AI creates new roles like prompt engineer and AI ethicist

• Some jobs may evolve to prioritize creativity and problem-solving

• Upskilling and learning about AI are crucial for workforce adaptation

• Diverse representation in AI development helps address biases

• AI is being applied across industries, driving innovation

• Texas educational institutions offer programs for AI career readiness

AI is driving workforce changes in Texas, with new job titles emerging and existing roles adapting to focus on uniquely human skills.

Despite ranking 4th in the U.S. for AI job postings, Houston has yet to see major shifts.

Experts stress the importance of upskilling, diversity in AI development, and embracing AI as a tool for innovation across sectors.

Read more here.

UTSA Graduates First Students from Groundbreaking M.D./M.S. in AI Program

At a glance:

• First graduates of the groundbreaking M.D./M.S. in AI program

• Collaboration between UT Health San Antonio and UTSA, started in 2023

• Prepares physician leaders to apply AI in healthcare for improved care and efficiency

• Fanous' project: AI model for radiology report generation, optimizing memory usage and aligning with radiologists

• Fanous to pursue postdoc at Stanford before medical residency

• M.S. in AI curriculum developed by renowned UTSA scholar Dhireesha Kudithipudi

Aaron Fanous and Eri Osta have become the first graduates of the nation's pioneering dual degree program in medicine and artificial intelligence, a joint effort by UT Health San Antonio and UTSA.

Launched in 2023, the program trains future physicians to integrate AI in healthcare, enhancing patient care and streamlining administrative tasks.

Fanous' capstone project focused on developing an AI model for generating optimized radiology reports from images.

Read more here.

COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHT

This week, we’d like to highlight Sudhish KR, founder of HRHouz.

HRHouz helps Employers make informed hiring decisions with Speed & Confidence.

Their flagship product, “AI-Driven Reference Checks,” uses data from past managers and peers to provide a comprehensive report on candidates' culture fit, strengths, weaknesses, and trust measures. With a single click initiation, it saves employers 5+ hours per candidate and measures predictive index across 10+ dimensions. Use @HRHouz to hire with confidence!

Also checkout their free “AI driven Resume Scanner” to help Employers quiz candidates with better questions.

Upload a resume & give it a try!

You can reach HRHouz at [email protected] or here.