This one-hour session is designed to demystify generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) and showcase its potential as a powerful tool to enhance our everyday lives and work. Participants will be introduced to the fundamentals of GenAI, including how it learns and processes information and assists in tasks that range from content creation to data analysis. Rather than viewing AI as a competitor, this session will encourage attendees to see it as a collaborative partner that can streamline repetitive tasks, support creative processes, and provide deeper insights to help make informed decisions. 
 
Through engaging demonstrations and real-world examples, we will explore how GenAI can augment, rather than replace, human skills—enabling individuals to focus on what they do best: creativity, strategic thinking, and problem-solving. By the end of the hour, attendees will be inspired to think beyond the myths and fears surrounding AI and instead see it as an accessible, adaptable, and empowering tool that can enhance their work, improve efficiency, and open new possibilities for innovation.

Presented by: Gegigula Dlamini

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