Speaking of Data

AI Literacy for Business

Speaking of Data

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James Kobielus, senior research director for data management with TDWI, joins host Andrew Miller to discuss AI literacy for business professionals - including the genesis of AI, the core business applications, and the future of AI's impact on business. Please click AI Literacy for Business Professionals to learn more about the upcoming event in San Diego. ____________ More information: · TDWI Conferences: https://bit.ly/3XqBhGH · TDWI Modern Data Leader's Summits: https://bit.ly/4902fuu · TDWI Virtual Summits: https://bit.ly/31HJ2xr · Seminars: https://bit.ly/3WxQPr4 · More Speaking of Data Episodes: https://bit.ly/3JsQPWo

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