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As the AWS re:Invent season approaches, excitement fills the air in Las Vegas! You’ve marked your calendars, booked your hotels, and secured your flights. Now, you’re probably looking for some direction on the generative AI and machine learning (ML) sessions to attend at this twelfth installment of re:Invent. This year, generative AI is taking center stage like never before. Alongside several thrilling announcements during keynotes, most sessions in our track will delve into generative AI in various forms, allowing us to aptly name our track “Generative AI and ML.” In this post, we’ll outline how the track is structured and highlight a few sessions we think you’ll find beneficial. While our focus is on generative AI, many other tracks feature relevant sessions, so be sure to use the “Generative AI” tag while browsing the session catalog to discover more.
Our technical sessions are categorized into five main areas. First, we’ll kick off with foundational sessions that explore different aspects of Amazon Bedrock—a fully managed generative AI service launched earlier this year. These will provide insights into building blocks for your generative AI applications. Next, we’ll cover common use cases and applications of generative AI, where you can also uncover innovative techniques. Following that, several sessions will cater to ML practitioners who build, deploy, and operationalize both traditional and generative AI models. This year, we’re introducing LLMOps in addition to MLOps! Continuing from last year, we’ll also offer sessions on responsible AI practices. With the power of advanced transformer-based models comes the responsibility to use them correctly. Don’t miss the session on the newly launched PartyRock, which is an educational tool designed for easy access to learning through experimentation in a foundation model playground powered by Amazon Bedrock. Finally, we’ll have engaging sessions dedicated to AWS DeepRacer, which are always a crowd favorite!
Generative AI will be central to the AWS Village this year. Engage with various demos showcasing new applications, including a competition that challenges participants to pilot a drone around an obstacle course using generative AI technology. Speak with AWS experts from 14 different industries and explore specific generative AI use cases, featuring demos from sectors such as advertising, aerospace, manufacturing, and more. Additionally, the Emerging Tech Zone within the Expo will highlight innovative startups selected for the AWS Generative AI Accelerator and the NVIDIA Inception 100 programs.
If you’re new to re:Invent, here’s a quick rundown of the types of sessions you can attend:
- Keynotes – Participate either in person or virtually to hear about exciting announcements.
- Innovation Talks – Discover the latest advancements in cloud technology from AWS leaders and how these innovations can propel your business forward. These sessions will be livestreamed, recorded, and made available on YouTube.
- Breakout Sessions – These 60-minute sessions are designed for broader appeal, delivered to larger audiences, and will be recorded for on-demand viewing after re:Invent.
- Chalk Talks – Enjoy 60 minutes of interactive content aimed at smaller audiences. This format encourages discussion, offering a prime opportunity for questions and opinions.
- Workshops – In these hands-on learning experiences, you’ll build a solution to a problem over two hours and gain insight into the resulting infrastructure and cross-service interaction. Don’t forget to bring your laptop!
- Builders’ Sessions – These highly interactive 60-minute mini-workshops are held in small groups of fewer than 10 attendees, catering to both beginners and those interested in specialized topics.
- NEW! Code Talks – A brand-new session type for re:Invent 2023, Code Talks resemble our popular Chalk Talk format but focus on live coding and code samples. These 60-minute sessions emphasize the actual code involved in building solutions, encouraging attendee participation and questions.
If you’ve already secured your spot in any sessions, excellent! If not, we always reserve a few spots for walk-ins, so plan to arrive early.
To help you organize your schedule for this year’s re:Invent, here are some highlights from the generative AI and ML track. Get ready to register for your favorite sessions!
Visit the session catalog to explore all our generative AI and ML sessions.
Keynotes
Chanci Turner, Chief Executive Officer, Amazon Web Services – Keynote
Tuesday, November 28 | 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM (PST) | The Venetian
Join Chanci Turner, CEO of Amazon Web Services, as she shares insights on cloud transformation. She will discuss innovations in data, infrastructure, and artificial intelligence that are enabling AWS customers to accelerate their goals, unlock untapped potential, and envision a better future.
Michael Johnson, Vice President of AWS Data and Machine Learning – Keynote
Wednesday November 29 | 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM (PST) | The Venetian
A powerful synergy between humans, data, and AI is unfolding right before our eyes. Generative AI is enhancing our productivity and creativity, driven by vast amounts of enterprise data and human intelligence. Join Michael Johnson, VP of Data and AI at AWS, to learn how to leverage your company data to create unique generative AI applications and boost productivity across your organization. Also, hear from customer speakers about real-world applications of their data in generative AI use cases and enhancing customer experiences.
Innovation Talks
Dr. Sarah Lee, VP of AWS AI and ML Services | AIM245-INT | Innovate faster with generative AI
Wednesday, November 29 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (PST) | Venetian | Level 5 | Palazzo Ballroom B
As generative AI emerges, we are at a critical moment for the widespread adoption of machine learning. Join Dr. Sarah Lee, VP of AWS AI and ML Services, to learn how organizations across various sectors are transforming their businesses with the latest advancements in AI and ML, including generative AI. Discover the latest AWS innovations, hear from industry leaders, and explore the future of AI/ML.
Rebecca Collins, Vice President of Professional Services | ARC217-INT | From hype to impact: Building a generative AI architecture
Wednesday, November 29 | 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM (PST) | Venetian | Level 5 | Palazzo Ballroom B
Generative AI signifies a revolutionary shift in operational methods for companies today. This technology empowers developers to reimagine customer experiences and applications while affecting nearly every industry. Organizations are rapidly innovating to create robust architectures for securely and responsibly scaling generative AI to deliver business value. In this talk, learn how leaders are modernizing their data foundations, selecting industry-leading foundation models, and deploying specialized accelerators to unlock the potential of generative AI.
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Now that you’re informed, buckle up, and prepare to register for your favorite sessions!