Oracle Academy Tech Chat podcast unpacks the database-AI connection and why it matters, engaging with an expert educator
In the newest episode of Oracle Academy Tech Chat podcast season three, host Lorna Juma, Oracle Academy Program Manager, Eastern Africa, speaks with Dr. Lawrence Nderu, Lecturer, Research Fellow, and Chairman in the Department of Computing at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Kenya. He is also the Founder of JHUB Africa, a digital innovation hub within the university that develops impactful solutions addressing real-world community challenges.
In the podcast, they unpack how databases power artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) — two of the most transformative forces in the tech world.
This discussion serves as a gateway for educators, students, and tech enthusiasts to understand the critical role of databases in AI/ML systems. This episode provides actionable insights and resources for anyone interested in the intersection of databases, AI, and ML.
By bridging academic knowledge with practical tools like those offered by Oracle Academy, the discussion covers how students can prepare for a future shaped by these transformative technologies. Dr. Nderu encourages educators and students to utilize these tools to build practical, hands-on expertise in databases and their applications in AI/ML.
You can listen to this episode and other episodes of Oracle Academy Tech Chat on standard podcasting platforms.
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