38. Polly Allen: Hands-On with AI - Prototyping, Learning, and Revolutionizing the Industry

What happens when you combine a passion for technology and a dedication to creating meaningful AI careers? You get Polly Allen, a professional business manager and leader with over 20 years of experience in high tech. In this engaging episode, I chatted with Polly her journey from a remote part of Canada to leading the team that launched the very first generative AI answers on Alexa. Discover how Polly's upbringing and early exposure to computers sparked her lifelong love for technology and led her to become a prominent figure in the AI industry.<br/><br/>During this episode Polly and I dive deep into the exciting world of AI and its implications, from cybersecurity and fraud concerns to the importance of risk review and governance in AI projects. Uncover how AI is developing to become more sophisticated and the potential for open source projects and no-code tools to make powerful systems more accessible to everyone. Plus, we touch on the challenges and opportunities of bringing more women into computer science and the tech industry.<br/><br/>Listen in as we discuss the importance of getting hands-on experience with AI projects and the tools available to build generative AI prototypes. Learn the best ways to stay up-to-date with AI advancements and be inspired to explore the possibilities of AI in your own career and life. Don't miss this insightful conversation full of valuable advice from a true AI enthusiast and expert — Polly Allen.<br/><br/>Polly's website with current and upcoming courses and get your free AI Learning Guide: https://www.aicareerboost.com/<br/>Sing up for Polly's newsletter: https://www.aicareerboost.com/interested<br/>______________<br/>Partnerships: Noble Cold Plunge: https://www.noblehormetics.com..../product/sisu-cold-p Get $100 discount with code: GSJ100______________Thank you for listening. If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone who may enjoy it as well, and consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify. You can also submit your feedback directly on my website. Learn more about me and the podcast on my website, where you can subscribe to stay updated about my projects.<br/><br/>Follow @GrandSlamJourney on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter or join the community on LinkedIn and Facebook. This content is also available on Substack and YouTube.<br/><br/>With grateful ❤️<br/> Klara