As an avid and long-term user of Postgres, I’ve always admired teams that operate this robust open-source database at scale. Recently, I was introduced to a small team at Cloudflare that operates a Postgres service at a truly gargantuan scale. My understanding of their work was deepened through a conversation with Vignesh Ravichandran, Engineering ManagerContinue reading “Scaling Postgres at Cloudflare”
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Lessons from the FTC’s Probe into OpenAI
Subscribe • Previous Issues What We Can Learn from the FTC’s OpenAI Probe The recent investigation launched by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) into OpenAI is a sign of the growing regulatory scrutiny of AI technology and the potential risks it poses. As we build AI models and applications, we must proactively consider the questions listedContinue reading “Lessons from the FTC’s Probe into OpenAI”
Ten Keys to Accelerating Enterprise Adoption of LLMs
By reviewing job postings in the US and analyzing recent reports on enterprise Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI (GAI), I sought to understand the most critical enterprise requirements for these technologies. From this analysis emerged the following pillars, each representing a set of key capabilities and features crucial to accelerating the adoption ofContinue reading “Ten Keys to Accelerating Enterprise Adoption of LLMs”
Exploring the Boundaries of LLMs: Learning from Versatile Developer Tools
To facilitate enterprise adoption of LLMs, we need to make it easy for teams to experiment and build simple apps that use them. A new crop of developer tools imbued with a suite of features meticulously designed to simplify the nuances of LLMs, are fast becoming indispensable for developers. They offer the flexibility to switchContinue reading “Exploring the Boundaries of LLMs: Learning from Versatile Developer Tools”
Enterprise Generative AI Unfolded
Subscribe • Previous Issues Ten Keys to Accelerating Enterprise Adoption of LLMs By reviewing job postings in the US and analyzing recent reports on enterprise Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI (GAI), I sought to understand the most critical enterprise requirements for these technologies. From this analysis emerged the following pillars, each representing a set ofContinue reading “Enterprise Generative AI Unfolded”
2023 Summer Book Recommendations
As we dive into the summer of 2023, I’d like to share with you a selection of non-fiction books that have captivated my attention and enriched my understanding of various subjects this year. All three books delve into the intricate dynamics of human behavior, decision-making, and the systems that influence them. They provide a deepContinue reading “2023 Summer Book Recommendations”
Navigating the Intricacies of LLM Inference & Serving
According to a recent Stack Overflow survey, 70% of developers use AI tools or plan to do so within the next few months, illustrating the pervasive sentiment of AI optimism within the tech community. The beneficial impacts of these technologies are evident: one-third of these developers have experienced increased productivity, a testament to the powerContinue reading “Navigating the Intricacies of LLM Inference & Serving”
Game-Changing Tools for Optimizing Data Quality and Performance in Computer Vision
With the recent focus on LLMs, it’s easy to forget how critical computer vision models have become. Applications of computer vision can be found across many industries, and the technology is still growing rapidly. As companies invest in computer vision, the technology is expected to continue to improve efficiency and drive innovation. The healthcare industryContinue reading “Game-Changing Tools for Optimizing Data Quality and Performance in Computer Vision”
The New Era of Efficient LLM Deployment
Subscribe • Previous Issues Navigating the Intricacies of LLM Inference & Serving According to a recent Stack Overflow survey, 70% of developers use AI tools or plan to do so within the next few months, illustrating the pervasive sentiment of AI optimism within the tech community. The beneficial impacts of these technologies are evident: one-third of theseContinue reading “The New Era of Efficient LLM Deployment”
Deciphering Apple’s AI Strategy and Priorities
As the world’s most valuable company, Apple’s priority areas and investment strategies draw attention globally. Curious about the company’s moves in AI, I recently analyzed online job postings from Apple in the US, Europe, and APAC, which I extracted in mid-June 2023. These postings specifically mention [AI or machine learning or deep learning], and offerContinue reading “Deciphering Apple’s AI Strategy and Priorities”