Becoming an AI Engineer

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Becoming an AI Engineer

Hosted by Aki Wijesundara, PhD

Wed, Sep 24, 2025

8:00 PM UTC (45 minutes)

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Build Apps Lightning-Fast With AI

Aki Wijesundara, PhD

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Wed, Sep 24, 2025

8:00 PM UTC (45 minutes)

Virtual (Zoom)

Free to join

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Build Apps Lightning-Fast With AI

Aki Wijesundara, PhD

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What you'll learn

What an AI Engineer really does

Clear breakdown of the role, how it differs from data scientists and software engineers.

The essential skills to get started

The mix of coding, AI tools, and practical project-building you need — without getting lost in unnecessary theory.

A roadmap to break in

Step-by-step paths whether you’re a student or developer, with examples of projects that make your portfolio stand out.

Why this topic matters

AI is reshaping every industry — from startups to Fortune 500s. Companies don’t just need researchers; they need builders who can ship AI into real products. That’s what AI Engineers do. Learning this role now means you’re not just keeping up with the future of work — you’re creating it.

You'll learn from

Aki Wijesundara, PhD

AI/ML Lead Ex-Google Ambassador, MIT

Leading AI advisor to multiple startups, Ph.D. in ML and ex‑Google AI Accelerator lead, Aki pairs cutting‑edge LLM know‑how with a builder’s mindset—turning ideas into AI‑first products at speed. That expertise now powers his rapid‑build AI software program.

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