How AI Could Empower Any Business | Andrew Ng | TED

Expensive to build and often needing highly skilled engineers to maintain, artificial intelligence systems generally only pay off for large tech companies with vast amounts of data. But what if your local pizza shop could use AI to predict which flavor would sell best each day of the week? Andrew Ng shares a vision for democratizing access to AI, empowering any business to make decisions that will increase their profit and productivity. Learn how we could build a richer society - all with just a few self-provided data points.
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[@daesoolee1083]

My career started with this man. Now doing PhD in AI thanks to him in the first place.

[@vectoralphaAI]

What did you used to do before this man?

[@Learner..]

Ah wuw🎉 I would feel great if u could mentor me ,is it possible !? M fascinated with AI and it is greatest application of Mathematics I love tht ❤️

[@mohemdelmokhtarcheikh6994]

What did you use to ....

[@edmondwan5893]

Me too, first time I really looked into what AI is because of him too. Now I am studying master in AI.

[@SimpleWhite123]

Taking his course right now and it’s great

[@ahmadzaimhilmi]

Andrew Ng is literally a legend in the machine learning field.

[@AhmedIsam]

I remember wathcing his lectures and in them he say: "this is just the derivative, don't worry if you don't know what it is." and I was like what? don't worry? go learn calculus then come back for this. So, from more than a decade ago, he was pushing so hard to popularize and democratize AI.

[@muskmelon7970]

@@AhmedIsam his Machine learning course is undefeated

[@itznukeey]

@@muskmelon7970 yeah I just stumbled upon it when learning for my NLP exam and it helped me tremendously, his explanations are the absolutely best I've heard in this field

[@johnthangminlun]

The Man, The Legend. (Still yet to complete his course on Coursera 😂)

[@haathimmunas1563]

if this isnt true i dont know what is... especially the coursera thing

[@25BDominique2021]

I'm guilty as well, I got stuck on the gradient descent module 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@matthewgrange9310]

Facts 😂

[@futureprogress]

Try to make the time, it's worth it.

[@jamespaz4333]

Did you finish the course? I am also taking it 😊

[@Mr.Andrew.]

Andrew Ng never gets enough credit for the advances in AI over the years, but his push for making this revolutionary technology available to as many people as possible (first AI course available free on the internet!) and encouraging collaboration without care of political borders or academic paywalls has arguably done more for the field than any singularly developed algorithm has.

[@dickharry910]

True.

[@AlexKashie]

Andrew is "The" household name in Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. He masters his field inside out and is a very passionated teacher. Can’t thank you enough for your works and your courses Sir. Keep inspiring and paving the way!

[@anotherplatypus]

Wow, I was kind of in awe when I saw Andrew Ng's name show up in my KZbin feed. He's such a dominant researcher for anyone studying Machine Learning, you wind up devoting a lot of time learning his work. People respect him so much his opinions towards Computer Sciences practices, or matters such as the Ethics of AI, are never ignored.

[@susannnico]

With markets tumbling, inflation soaring, the Fed imposing large interest-rate hike, while treasury yields are rising rapidly-which means more red ink for portfolios this quarter. How can I profit from the current volatile market, I'm still at a crossroads deciding if to liquidate my $275k bond/stock portfolio

[@lailaalfaddil7389]

I merely looked her up on Google and was highly impressed by her credentials; I got in touch with her because I need all the help I can get. Thanks for sharing!!

[@desrucca]

Finally, the greatest teacher of all DS/ML/AI students

[@Rambabu-nm2xb]

I am a Physicist. I am learning ML from his online course. simply amazing course. I am loving it... able to understand very easily... Thank you Prof. Andrew Ng

[@dickharry910]

I think AI's application is not just limited to solving business problems but can be used to solve societal problems at large and minimize human suffering. Professor Andrew NG, by making his Stanford ML/AI lectures available for free on internet, has done a great service to the education field and ML/AI community, and to Humanity at large. I salute you, sir.

[@justinewin4463]

My four year old is a product of AI applications It’s take over is damaging and creative how much more will happen.

[@coreloops]

That first minute pitch is just spot on mind blowing 💯

[@renanboucard2729]

This first-minute pitch is kind of inaccurate. Literacy has been an effort led by the Church in medieval Western Europe, i.e. it was mandatory for a priest with more than 5 households in charge to organise education of children. On the contrary, productivists of the Enlightenment era and later industrial revolutions were indeed more keen in receiving labor for the fields rather than educated people. Big debate around this to be had... but M. Ng is not the only one with such misconceptions. However the talk is interesting for the conclusions it draws: AI is a new tool just like most others, and it needs to be harnessed by all sizes of businesses.

[@augustofarias2]

What a teacher Andrew! All the people that is into IA must know him and his courses. Thanks Andrew 👏

[@nerellasaikrishna6409]

We often hear that AI automates things. But the real goal for AI could be to empower all those small business owners to leverage data to improve their businesses. This talk really inspires anyone to pursue AI to create an impact on the society.

[@Sino-ow2iu]

My passion, and my career started with this man. A passionate teacher and a legend in AI, machine learning, ....

[@jokosalsa]

very inspiring as always. Thanks Andrew!

[@aloo_explains]

I owe him a lot for my knowledge of AI and ML today, Huge respect for Andrew Sir❤

[@anushinfobase3159]

How did you start and where to start this for us? Can you please guide?

[@marediths4]

As an Aeronautical Engineering I am working in an Operative System with a super AI system for the Air Force, hopefully I have 5 years and Andrew like the internet (education for me) IS free all of our project like brothers and sisters have to be free Amazing video💜👌

[@rajeshkpatel4491]

Democratization of AI - That's such a different perspective focusing on social equality. Dear Mr. Andrew, you are a genius and empathetic thought leader. Your contribution to the field of AI and ML is so remarkable. Much love and respect.

[@FacadeMan]

Happy that Andrew showed JavaScript as an example of code at 06:59. In fact that's the only code example in this entire video of AI. Fascinating.

[@CopperDigitalInc]

As an entrepreneur, it's crucial to understand the potential of AI and how it can be applied to your business. From automating repetitive tasks to analyzing data and providing personalized experiences, AI can help businesses to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and drive growth. But it's not just about the technology; it's about being open to new ways of doing things, rethinking your business models, and finding new ways to create value for your customers.

[@Odin31b]

That's what I'm here for!

[@aantanuwijaya517]

I run a small retail shop. How to build AI for business?

[@suryanarayanan2012]

Excellent synthesis. Very apt analogies. Looking at the tail end of the graph, I was reminded of the book "Fortune at the bottom of the Pyramid". He has become synonymous with AI and particularly ML.

[@bigreality411]

Awesme presentation, thanks Andrew and TED!

[@BunCode]

This is what true educator looks like. the power to spread curiosity among listener using speech. After hearing this talk, it makes me wonder on how powerful AI could be if public masses start adopting it.

[@user-kiraflash]

My career started with this man, keep learning!

[@cholchetenglish9821]

Thank you teacher! My wiling and my career start with you. 🙏😍

[@beltusnkwawir2908]

It's so refreshing listening to Andrew Ng. His courses laid the foundation for my undying love for AI.

[@techiepm]

loved it. was a customer before, but now a believer!

[@captainkite]

I am proud that Andrew Ng taught me machine learning on Coursera am yet to meet another good tutor like him.

[@user-xv8dn4nm5k]

Thank for sharing 👍

[@WJhawk]

Great talk!!

[@arsiveparkour6251]

My career in AI started with this legend :)

[@Novastar.SaberCombat]

If you are truly involved with A.I. ... could you help me? 🙂

[@dave.8]

@@Novastar.SaberCombat the first word in your username is the answer.

[@vectoralphaAI]

how did it start with him? What did you do before AI?

[@arsiveparkour6251]

@@vectoralphaAI I always had interest in math and physics. And i code a bit. I took his course on Machine learning Specialization and the way he focused on the Math part triggered my interest in AI. I guess that was the turning point in my career. I was a full stack developer ( not that i liked doing it ). I always thought of wanting to do something that invloves math. So i took his well known course. After 3 months, I switched my career to AI, well currently working as Natural Language Processing engineer. I guess his course was a turning point in my career.

[@arsiveparkour6251]

@@Novastar.SaberCombat depends on what you ask xD

[@longh]

Thank you a lot, Andrew!

[@benmaxinm]

Legend! Still to this day remember the day when I have finished his Stanford course.

[@muzahmad2104]

Good insights that makes you think just how much there is to cover in and by AI

[@uttamdeepkaurmann5010]

Great talk

[@geethikaisurusampath]

Thank you, Andrew Ng. You are the best person to help us in AI

[@udoyxyz]

Great guy. Thinking about the common man.

[@mahmudhasanrimel9347]

Andrew Ng is the most respected teacher in the world.

[@user-zq9lh5mh8i]

A legend, Andrew Ng himself

[@Serkasm]

Since I was a kid, I've loved tech for the simplicity and power of its purpose. It always fascinates me how new ideas are bearing fruit and along the way I'm coming up with ideas that others are also having and bringing into the world. I'm very proud to have thought about the same things as many bright innovators in the industry! (One of the crazy ideas I've had since I was a kid was a fingerprint scanner under the whole screen for theft prevention and real 3D 'TVs' where magnets would allign themselves into the shape of a 3D scanned object and a projector projecting the correct lights onto that object simultaneously - A bit like the nanobots from Big Hero 6).

[@aiandblockchain]

Very interesting outlook!

[@aldorodriguez7310]

6:41 Excellent question.

[@goatsofcanton]

AI will transform industries. I've been envisioning an AI development platform. Having a world-renowned scholar like Andrew's words makes me more confident in its future.

[@lottielotte]

Hearing this precious man makes me not worry about stuff

[@randolphzeng6051]

incredible. I do agree with him that democratizing the access of AI will change a lot of stuff. However, having AI is not the end, you need a pipeline to constantly updating data, deploying detectors, training your stuff etc etc. It is not easy and it might never be jusitified by the cost of doing so

[@panashifzco3311]

This is so informational and would make anyone to fall in love with A.I. Nailed it!

[@evsaipradeep568]

Legend Andrew Ng

[@andredubbs4854]

Andrew set me on the path to ai and ML, love the guy❤️❤️

[@Ashtonlee1]

Don’t underestimate successful small business owners. Maybe the always sold out pizza are lower margin but keep you waking in the door while the ones you settle for bc your already there you are higher margin.

[@luizcarlosv.b.das.junior7477]

Amazing talk!

[@tetianatrush9038]

Thank you!

[@fongfattchee777]

Andrew -Thank you!

[@henrystevens3993]

I remember when I started my ML Career...he was there with me, as a teacher as an inspiration 🙏😘😘

[@piyushkumar19]

Everybody knows the contributions of People like Sam Altman in the field of AI and ML . BUT every Machine Learning Student knows the legacy of Andrew Ng. He is the one who brought revolution in Education of AI . His Contributions are just priceless.

[@samikarakose9076]

Andrew NG is a legend. My Friends and I call him Andrew OG.

[@BigDataLogin]

Superb - thanks Andrew

[@tharinduabeyrathna9498]

Thank you andrew🖤

[@huhu0002]

Great speech.

[@rahulpadhy6325]

It sounds great that we are thinking about building AI system for every individual to make their life more efficient and valuable. The way AI has impacted the whole industry is tremendous. It makes me amazed when I see the impact it's generating.

[@tenitaharrison7450]

Thanks so much for your help

[@mydalaharsha3132]

Learning from this legend is like eating favorite ice cream 🫡

[@envisage150]

You just motivated many of us to start an AI+ML as a service/ subscription company for small businesses. This is really an interesting idea.

[@rajdivecha]

Next step - a machine apprentice/buddy works with you. Mainly just observes you and figures out what you are doing and learns from it. No need to use any SW! It will need to have human like sensors though!

[@agnivachakraborty719]

I knew about AI firsthand because of this man. Hats off sir

[@TrippSaaS]

My mind can barely comprehend the impact that this will have on SMBs. I'm very excited. I can't wait to work on this. Does anyone know which existing platforms he's referring to in this? I could see many companies cropping up that would offer a service of configuring these AI systems for a fee to SMBs. This could solve many problems and help people on the front lines of many different jobs! But, of course, those must be some very generalized models.

[@half_way_expert]

Lots of ready to use machine learning platform right now that ready for small business, however, all of them require some data literacy and threashold (feel) to enter. For example, dataRobot.

[@liketheblue5082]

The tech imporvement can be more amazing than our intuition. I really think what Andrew describe can come true in the near future. Think about the difference between python/java code and assembly code, which was used only several decades ago. Dacades later, kids might feel the code we use today is as ridiculous as assembly code. At that time, using AI might be as easy as using internet, which was like fantasy in last century. BTW, anybody who has math basis are really recommended to watch this man's course. I can't find a word to describe the passion and I got from it!!!

[@YouTubePremium-sl3yv]

Liked this video 100+ times

[@manishdabaria4823]

Thank you Andrew

[@KeyOfDragon_Temier.Pajarh]

This is so cool, I love it!

[@hunyemejacob1931]

I listened to your TEd Talk a year ago and loved it. I came across it today and Sir, you are awesome. Taking AI from the High priest and priestess to everyone

[@suenjyhbin4306]

Nice talk

[@spectre2344]

True Legend

[@Han-qb5pl]

THANKS!

[@bjorntorlarsson]

When I studied statistics all of us students were confused about the difference between probability and likelihood. The question was raised multiple times with the professor, without satisfaction. Then I see Andrew Ng get the same question and Hallelujah: "Probability of the data, likelyhood of the estimator." Brillantly clear.

[@StarBoundFables]

Excellent presentation, Andrew Ng, thank you 😃 As a writer I've learned to work with a resource called ProWritingAid & there are others like Grammarly that enable authors to do a lot of their own editing, helping them not depend so heavily on the high priests/priestesses known in the industry as 'Editors' 🙏🏼

[@videoket]

This might be true for copyediting, but I find that really insightful feedback comes from the substantive editing process with actual humans.

[@darcyarzate4602]

One of the things that I would advocate for at the federal government level is the creation of a new Technology Czar. Andrew would be great in helping transform government processes to be more efficient in leveraging technology to transform government ops and streamline departments and agencies to better provide constituent services without overblowing the bureaucracy with more government employees.

[@behrad9712]

He's amazing, I started AI (machine learning) with this man last year...👌♥️

[@wafflecat711]

How did you do it?

[@anushinfobase3159]

If I also want to start, what do you advice? I need your kind reply...

[@behrad9712]

@@wafflecat711 I had to take a break and couldn't finish it! I will come back stronger...

[@nathanielweemssr7469]

Interesting and great presentation, so much so that I would be interested in learning how to set up AI manage data and also forecast future occurrences. in 2024 is there a way for small entrepreneurs to structure AI ? anyway well done

[@mehdirahimi5055]

This is exactly what I was thinking for the last few weeks. This is going to be scalable business for any one making this AI tool.

[@guangyu9103]

很巧妙的对比，很精彩的故事

[@sciencei7saan459]

Perfect

[@palashbhatnagar9946]

it is powerful how he presented it by going into the small sector, it will impact more ig.

[@saidkamolsadullayev1528]

Amazing

[@janzbirovsky3705]

Andrew Ng is the role model of mine

[@syan224]

My hero

[@Ricardo-pz4zq]

This guy is awsome!!!

[@JazevoAudiosurf]

I wish that soon we will be able to feed whatever data into a system and ask it "can you spot any correlations between this and that and how it affects that", that would be huge for me personally

[@cmlra]

A genius in Machine Learning!

[@twenties3154]

amazing

[@JournalistLoveTech]

Andrew Ng my mentor of AI. The democratize of AI make help to rich people. Hundred years ago we are not understand the significance of literacy. After Hundred years we can understand the significance of AI. AI can help not only big company but also small entrepreneur to make profit double to understand the customer and product purchase history.

[@cunicorp8735]

I need help building the online data business I have dreamed of doing since the Commodore 64 when data was not readily available. Where can I get the support I need for my data-based online business? I appreciate your anticipated direction.

[@eddieramirez5161]

AWESOME!

[@Party50361]

Woow, great idea

[@aaronleejohnson007]

I've been studying and getting certifications in Prompt Engineering, Mathematics, Coding, Data Science, Open Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Neural Networks for a few years now. I can't find a job anywhere. When I'm in a interview and talk about the cost saving benefits and increase in productivity using Artificial Intelligence and automation, they usually end the interview right away and send a Dear John letter that they went with another candidate.

[@gpcivil8807]

Very impressive

[@froobly]

I really respect how he's looking at the same technology as everyone else, but instead of thinking about how to use it to further inequalities, he's focused on how to democratize the means of production and empower common people to focus on the meaningful parts of their work.

[@worldofprogrammerswop7262]

this man is a super legend

[@deveshbhatt4063]

The G.O.A.T of AI straight up 💯

[@GianetanSekhon]

There seems to be a strong correlation between AI and Pizza 😂

[@Msglambox10]

anyone got a link to the no code tool he's showing here?