Summary
In the opening session of day two at the Designing with AI 2024 conference, Lou Rosenfeld welcomes attendees and sets the stage for a productive day. He discusses adjustments to program times and encourages participants to reflect on their conference goals. Lou introduces key team members, including Lauren Cantor, Melissa Burnett, David Nicholson, and Manuel Herrera, who support various aspects of the event, from resource gathering to sketch noting. He emphasizes the importance of community participation and offers a reminder of the conference's code of conduct to ensure a safe and inviting atmosphere. Uday then joins Lou to segue into the day's agenda, which includes case studies, demos, and panel discussions on the intersection of design and AI, building on the topics discussed the previous day.
Key Insights
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Attendees are encouraged to reflect on personal objectives for the conference and actively participate in discussions.
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Team introductions highlight the diverse expertise available to participants, enhancing the learning experience.
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Lou emphasizes that learning is social and invites even the most introverted attendees to engage.
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The conference has a structured approach to offering resources, including recordings of sessions and curated lists of references.
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Community safety and comfort are prioritized through an established code of conduct, which is crucial for a positive learning environment.
Notable Quotes
"I hope you're happy, but we are really happy to have you here designing with AI 2024."
"It's a good thing to ask yourself... am I getting what I want from this conference?"
"We have a hashtag... We'd love to see what you think."
"Learning is social. Let's do this together."
"Please take advantage of this opportunity to share, ask questions, and learn together."
"We want you to be able to pay attention and not be distracted."
"We are really lucky to have someone that kind of heavy hitter gathering all the really good resources."
"It's super important... that you feel comfortable, safe, and part of a community that cares about you."
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