EN_Welcome & Overview

Summary

This event, hosted by Paris Tron and Irwin Hajka from Google Cloud, focuses on how Gemini is driving AI-powered transformation across industries. They highlight the benefits of AI chatbots, productivity improvements, and innovations in areas like healthcare. The keynote features CEO Thomas Kurian, who will announce new developments and customer success stories. Attendees will have access to interactive sessions on building AI, data analytics, and Google Workspace with Gemini. The event also offers live Q&A, hands-on labs, certifications, and badges for participation, making it a comprehensive learning experience for AI enthusiasts.

Takeaways

• 📊 Gemini is helping businesses in Southeast Asia enhance customer service, improve productivity through automation, and drive innovation in areas like personalized learning and healthcare.
• ⏳ Google Workspace with Gemini saves an average of 105 minutes per user per week, according to a study of enterprise customers.
• 🚀 Gemini is enabling faster transitions from experimentation to production through the Vertex AI platform, advancing AI technology across industries.
• 🔒 A comprehensive platform is essential to fully leverage Gemini, integrating capabilities like data management, enterprise-grade security, and scalability.
• 🎥 Viewers can watch live sessions and engage with experts throughout the event by asking questions and interacting with the cloud community.
• 🌍 Subtitles are available in five languages: English, Bahasa Indonesia, Korean, traditional Chinese, and simplified Chinese.
• 🎓 Attendees receive 500 free credits for Google Cloud Skills Boost Hands-On Labs and are encouraged to sign up for a Google Cloud certification program before October 3rd.
• 🏅 Participants who attend five or more live sessions will receive a digital badge and an e-certificate after the event.
• 🎬 The event features multiple tracks focusing on AI development, data analytics, and productivity tools like Google Workspace with Gemini 1.5.
• 📅 All sessions will be available on-demand, allowing participants to catch up on any missed content.

Q & A

What is the main purpose of the Gemini at Work live event?

The purpose of the Gemini at Work live event is to explore the different ways that Gemini can fuel AI-powered transformation for businesses, showcasing use cases, customer success stories, and providing educational content on AI and productivity.

Who are the hosts of the event, and what roles do they play?

The hosts are Paris Tron, Corporate Acquisition Manager for Southeast Asia, and Irwin Hajka, who works on machine learning at Google Cloud. Paris provides insight into business value, while Irwin discusses the technical aspects of Gemini and its capabilities.

How is Gemini helping businesses in Southeast Asia?

Gemini is helping businesses in Southeast Asia by enhancing customer service through AI-powered chatbots, improving productivity through automation and data analysis, and driving innovation in areas like personalized learning and healthcare.

What productivity benefits have customers experienced with Gemini for Google Workspace?

According to a recent study of enterprise customers, customers have experienced a productivity boost, saving an average of 105 minutes per user per week using Gemini for Google Workspace.

What technical challenges does Gemini address for AI-powered projects?

Gemini provides a comprehensive platform that includes managing data for fine-tuning, prompt engineering, integrating with existing systems, setting up enterprise-grade security, and handling growing demand and user traffic, making it easier for businesses to move from experimentation to production.

What is the purpose of the 'Ask the Expert' session during the event?

The 'Ask the Expert' session allows participants to ask questions directly to a panel of experts, who will provide answers and further discuss how Gemini models, data analytics, and databases can be used to deliver innovative solutions.

What can participants expect during the keynote session by Thomas Curian?

Participants can expect new announcements, customer success stories, and demos of how Google Cloud customers are using Gemini for innovative business success.

What are the two tracks available in the afternoon program?

The two tracks are: 'Build Your AI,' which looks at how organizations are building AI agents with Gemini models, and 'Working with AI,' which explores using Google Workspace with Gemini to improve productivity.

How can participants ask questions during the event?

Participants can click the blue 'Ask Your Questions Here' button below the video screen to submit questions to the panel of experts, and they can also respond to other questions to interact directly with the cloud community.

What resources are available to participants after the event?

Participants will receive 500 free credits for Google Cloud Skills Boost Hands-On Labs, a link to a six-month pass, an invitation to sign up for the last edition of Google Cloud's certification program in 2024, and a digital badge and E-certificate for attending at least five live sessions.