In this presentation, I address two major questions:
1. What is Intelligent Agent Perception?
2. How do Intelligent Agents Perceive?
In addressing the meaning of agent perception, I highlight impediments to the perceptual process and the process of situation assessment.
In addressing how agents perceive, I highlight traditional approaches to robotic perception and then the next step after sensor input, which is how sensor data (vision sensor, tactile, olfactory, haptic, etc.) is interpreted. Methods for interpretation include solutions based on Bayes' Theorem, the underpinning of many robotics algorithms; Probabilistic Algorithms; and Artificial Neural Networks.
I also discuss a current system for robotic perception, designed to accommodate more robust and complex robotic needs: using sensors in tandem with machine learning. This method is closer to mimicking the human perceptual process than previous methods. I discuss some examples of this: 1) a study in which researchers used visual sensors and an artificial neural network (ANN) for robotic perception; 2) a study in which researchers used haptic sensors and a classification algorithm, called a boosting algorithm for robotic perception; and 3) a study in which researchers used pressure sensors, an ANN, and intended to add pre-programmed models in order to facilitate robotic perception.
Inspirational talk on AI (artificial intelligence) and machine learning, i.e., how to give birth to an AI. Introductory and intentionally kept simple for non experts and non technical executives. Care should be taken not too over interpret some of the intentional simplified statements in the presentation.
In this presentation, I address two major questions:
1. What is Intelligent Agent Perception?
2. How do Intelligent Agents Perceive?
In addressing the meaning of agent perception, I highlight impediments to the perceptual process and the process of situation assessment.
In addressing how agents perceive, I highlight traditional approaches to robotic perception and then the next step after sensor input, which is how sensor data (vision sensor, tactile, olfactory, haptic, etc.) is interpreted. Methods for interpretation include solutions based on Bayes' Theorem, the underpinning of many robotics algorithms; Probabilistic Algorithms; and Artificial Neural Networks.
I also discuss a current system for robotic perception, designed to accommodate more robust and complex robotic needs: using sensors in tandem with machine learning. This method is closer to mimicking the human perceptual process than previous methods. I discuss some examples of this: 1) a study in which researchers used visual sensors and an artificial neural network (ANN) for robotic perception; 2) a study in which researchers used haptic sensors and a classification algorithm, called a boosting algorithm for robotic perception; and 3) a study in which researchers used pressure sensors, an ANN, and intended to add pre-programmed models in order to facilitate robotic perception.
Inspirational talk on AI (artificial intelligence) and machine learning, i.e., how to give birth to an AI. Introductory and intentionally kept simple for non experts and non technical executives. Care should be taken not too over interpret some of the intentional simplified statements in the presentation.
9 Examples of Artificial Intelligence in Use TodayIQVIS
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the branch of computer sciences that emphasizes the development of intelligence machines, thinking and working like humans.
Industry analysts argue that artificial intelligence is the future â but if we look around, we are convinced that itâs not the future â it is the present. The given examples will explain the true meaning and context.
Read as a blog post here. http://www.iqvis.com/blog/9-powerful-examples-of-artificial-intelligence-in-use-today/
Our world is made of information that competes for our attention. What is needed? What is not? We cannot interact with our everyday life in the same way we interact with a desktop computer. The terms calm computing and calm technology were coined in 1995 by PARC Researchers Mark Weiser and John Seely Brown in reaction to the increasing complexities that information technologies were creating. Calm technology describes a state of technological maturity where a userâs primary task is not computing, but being human. The idea behind Calm Technology is to have smarter people, not things. Technology shouldnât require all of our attention, just some of it, and only when necessary.
How can our devices take advantage of location, proximity and haptics to help improve our lives instead of get in the way? How can designers make apps âambientâ while respecting privacy and security? This talk will cover how to use principles of Calm Technology to design the next generation of connected devices. Weâll look at notification styles, compressing information into other senses, and designing for the least amount of cognitive overhead.
Talk originally given at NEXT2018 in Hamburg, Germany.
Miniature electronics and global supply chains have us on the cusp of a new era of human experience. Early forms of wearable computing focused on augmenting the human ability to compute freely. As pioneer Steve Mann and calm technology pioneer Mark Weiser wanted, âto free the human to not act as a machineâ. What does this mean for us as designers and developers, and how can we build interfaces for the next generation of devices?
Who was here before us, and how can we best learn from them? These are the machines that will be a part of our lives in only a few years from now, and the best way to learn about the future is to dig into the past. This talk will focus on trends in wearable computing and VR as it developed from the 1960s to now, and then into the future. This talk will cover various topics on the history and future of wearables.
We'll learn about Ivan Sutherland, human augmentation, infrastructure, machine vision, processing, distributed computing and wireless data transfer, a church dedicated to VR, computer backpacks, heads up displays, reality editing, job simulators and unexplored realms of experience that haven't yet come to life. We'll also learn about the road from virtual reality to augmented reality and what we need to build to get there. This talk is for anyone interested in how we can add a new layer of interactivity to our world and how we can take the next steps to get there.
State of the art time-series analysis with deep learning by Javier Ordóñez at...Big Data Spain
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Time series related problems have traditionally been solved using engineered features obtained by heuristic processes.
https://www.bigdataspain.org/2017/talk/state-of-the-art-time-series-analysis-with-deep-learning
Big Data Spain 2017
November 16th - 17th
GraphSummit Singapore | The Future of Agility: Supercharging Digital Transfor...Neo4j
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Leonard Jayamohan, Partner & Generative AI Lead, Deloitte
This keynote will reveal how Deloitte leverages Neo4jâs graph power for groundbreaking digital twin solutions, achieving a staggering 100x performance boost. Discover the essential role knowledge graphs play in successful generative AI implementations. Plus, get an exclusive look at an innovative Neo4j + Generative AI solution Deloitte is developing in-house.
Essentials of Automations: The Art of Triggers and Actions in FMESafe Software
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In this second installment of our Essentials of Automations webinar series, weâll explore the landscape of triggers and actions, guiding you through the nuances of authoring and adapting workspaces for seamless automations. Gain an understanding of the full spectrum of triggers and actions available in FME, empowering you to enhance your workspaces for efficient automation.
Weâll kick things off by showcasing the most commonly used event-based triggers, introducing you to various automation workflows like manual triggers, schedules, directory watchers, and more. Plus, see how these elements play out in real scenarios.
Whether youâre tweaking your current setup or building from the ground up, this session will arm you with the tools and insights needed to transform your FME usage into a powerhouse of productivity. Join us to discover effective strategies that simplify complex processes, enhancing your productivity and transforming your data management practices with FME. Letâs turn complexity into clarity and make your workspaces work wonders!
GraphRAG is All You need? LLM & Knowledge GraphGuy Korland
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Guy Korland, CEO and Co-founder of FalkorDB, will review two articles on the integration of language models with knowledge graphs.
1. Unifying Large Language Models and Knowledge Graphs: A Roadmap.
https://arxiv.org/abs/2306.08302
2. Microsoft Research's GraphRAG paper and a review paper on various uses of knowledge graphs:
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/research/blog/graphrag-unlocking-llm-discovery-on-narrative-private-data/
GridMate - End to end testing is a critical piece to ensure quality and avoid...ThomasParaiso2
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End to end testing is a critical piece to ensure quality and avoid regressions. In this session, we share our journey building an E2E testing pipeline for GridMate components (LWC and Aura) using Cypress, JSForce, FakerJSâŠ
GraphSummit Singapore | The Art of the Possible with Graph - Q2 2024Neo4j
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Neha Bajwa, Vice President of Product Marketing, Neo4j
Join us as we explore breakthrough innovations enabled by interconnected data and AI. Discover firsthand how organizations use relationships in data to uncover contextual insights and solve our most pressing challenges â from optimizing supply chains, detecting fraud, and improving customer experiences to accelerating drug discoveries.
The Art of the Pitch: WordPress Relationships and SalesLaura Byrne
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Clients donât know what they donât know. What web solutions are right for them? How does WordPress come into the picture? How do you make sure you understand scope and timeline? What do you do if sometime changes?
All these questions and more will be explored as we talk about matching clientsâ needs with what your agency offers without pulling teeth or pulling your hair out. Practical tips, and strategies for successful relationship building that leads to closing the deal.
Removing Uninteresting Bytes in Software FuzzingAftab Hussain
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Imagine a world where software fuzzing, the process of mutating bytes in test seeds to uncover hidden and erroneous program behaviors, becomes faster and more effective. A lot depends on the initial seeds, which can significantly dictate the trajectory of a fuzzing campaign, particularly in terms of how long it takes to uncover interesting behaviour in your code. We introduce DIAR, a technique designed to speedup fuzzing campaigns by pinpointing and eliminating those uninteresting bytes in the seeds. Picture this: instead of wasting valuable resources on meaningless mutations in large, bloated seeds, DIAR removes the unnecessary bytes, streamlining the entire process.
In this work, we equipped AFL, a popular fuzzer, with DIAR and examined two critical Linux libraries -- Libxml's xmllint, a tool for parsing xml documents, and Binutil's readelf, an essential debugging and security analysis command-line tool used to display detailed information about ELF (Executable and Linkable Format). Our preliminary results show that AFL+DIAR does not only discover new paths more quickly but also achieves higher coverage overall. This work thus showcases how starting with lean and optimized seeds can lead to faster, more comprehensive fuzzing campaigns -- and DIAR helps you find such seeds.
- These are slides of the talk given at IEEE International Conference on Software Testing Verification and Validation Workshop, ICSTW 2022.
UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series, part 4DianaGray10
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Welcome to UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series part 4. In this session, we will cover Test Manager overview along with SAP heatmap.
The UiPath Test Manager overview with SAP heatmap webinar offers a concise yet comprehensive exploration of the role of a Test Manager within SAP environments, coupled with the utilization of heatmaps for effective testing strategies.
Participants will gain insights into the responsibilities, challenges, and best practices associated with test management in SAP projects. Additionally, the webinar delves into the significance of heatmaps as a visual aid for identifying testing priorities, areas of risk, and resource allocation within SAP landscapes. Through this session, attendees can expect to enhance their understanding of test management principles while learning practical approaches to optimize testing processes in SAP environments using heatmap visualization techniques
What will you get from this session?
1. Insights into SAP testing best practices
2. Heatmap utilization for testing
3. Optimization of testing processes
4. Demo
Topics covered:
Execution from the test manager
Orchestrator execution result
Defect reporting
SAP heatmap example with demo
Speaker:
Deepak Rai, Automation Practice Lead, Boundaryless Group and UiPath MVP
Alt. GDG Cloud Southlake #33: Boule & Rebala: Effective AppSec in SDLC using ...James Anderson
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Effective Application Security in Software Delivery lifecycle using Deployment Firewall and DBOM
The modern software delivery process (or the CI/CD process) includes many tools, distributed teams, open-source code, and cloud platforms. Constant focus on speed to release software to market, along with the traditional slow and manual security checks has caused gaps in continuous security as an important piece in the software supply chain. Today organizations feel more susceptible to external and internal cyber threats due to the vast attack surface in their applications supply chain and the lack of end-to-end governance and risk management.
The software team must secure its software delivery process to avoid vulnerability and security breaches. This needs to be achieved with existing tool chains and without extensive rework of the delivery processes. This talk will present strategies and techniques for providing visibility into the true risk of the existing vulnerabilities, preventing the introduction of security issues in the software, resolving vulnerabilities in production environments quickly, and capturing the deployment bill of materials (DBOM).
Speakers:
Bob Boule
Robert Boule is a technology enthusiast with PASSION for technology and making things work along with a knack for helping others understand how things work. He comes with around 20 years of solution engineering experience in application security, software continuous delivery, and SaaS platforms. He is known for his dynamic presentations in CI/CD and application security integrated in software delivery lifecycle.
Gopinath Rebala
Gopinath Rebala is the CTO of OpsMx, where he has overall responsibility for the machine learning and data processing architectures for Secure Software Delivery. Gopi also has a strong connection with our customers, leading design and architecture for strategic implementations. Gopi is a frequent speaker and well-known leader in continuous delivery and integrating security into software delivery.
Encryption in Microsoft 365 - ExpertsLive Netherlands 2024Albert Hoitingh
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In this session I delve into the encryption technology used in Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Purview. Including the concepts of Customer Key and Double Key Encryption.
DevOps and Testing slides at DASA ConnectKari Kakkonen
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My and Rik Marselis slides at 30.5.2024 DASA Connect conference. We discuss about what is testing, then what is agile testing and finally what is Testing in DevOps. Finally we had lovely workshop with the participants trying to find out different ways to think about quality and testing in different parts of the DevOps infinity loop.
Securing your Kubernetes cluster_ a step-by-step guide to success !KatiaHIMEUR1
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Today, after several years of existence, an extremely active community and an ultra-dynamic ecosystem, Kubernetes has established itself as the de facto standard in container orchestration. Thanks to a wide range of managed services, it has never been so easy to set up a ready-to-use Kubernetes cluster.
However, this ease of use means that the subject of security in Kubernetes is often left for later, or even neglected. This exposes companies to significant risks.
In this talk, I'll show you step-by-step how to secure your Kubernetes cluster for greater peace of mind and reliability.
Transcript: Selling digital books in 2024: Insights from industry leaders - T...BookNet Canada
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The publishing industry has been selling digital audiobooks and ebooks for over a decade and has found its groove. Whatâs changed? What has stayed the same? Where do we go from here? Join a group of leading sales peers from across the industry for a conversation about the lessons learned since the popularization of digital books, best practices, digital book supply chain management, and more.
Link to video recording: https://bnctechforum.ca/sessions/selling-digital-books-in-2024-insights-from-industry-leaders/
Presented by BookNet Canada on May 28, 2024, with support from the Department of Canadian Heritage.
Why You Should Replace Windows 11 with Nitrux Linux 3.5.0 for enhanced perfor...SOFTTECHHUB
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The choice of an operating system plays a pivotal role in shaping our computing experience. For decades, Microsoft's Windows has dominated the market, offering a familiar and widely adopted platform for personal and professional use. However, as technological advancements continue to push the boundaries of innovation, alternative operating systems have emerged, challenging the status quo and offering users a fresh perspective on computing.
One such alternative that has garnered significant attention and acclaim is Nitrux Linux 3.5.0, a sleek, powerful, and user-friendly Linux distribution that promises to redefine the way we interact with our devices. With its focus on performance, security, and customization, Nitrux Linux presents a compelling case for those seeking to break free from the constraints of proprietary software and embrace the freedom and flexibility of open-source computing.
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Understanding correlations
Few is bad, but slightly more is very good, unless you skip
the sweet spot and then you are doing terribly, but if you
keep going you get better until you do worse again and after
that nothing changes and you do so-so
Nonlinear correlations
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THE REAL WORLD IS NON-LINEAR
Shocking
revelations
Big data scientists rampage
the cities after the newly
discovered uselessness of
their linear models.
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BIG DATA TIMES
VERY VERY BIG DATA SCIENCE - Since 1802
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The modelling dilemma
Easy to understand
and explain
Linear models
May not faithfully
represent reality
Non-linear models
Accurate
representations
Very difficult
interpretation
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Exploiting the linearity: semantic algebra
King man woman queen
Obama USA Russia Putin
human animal ethics
paella Spain Italy risotto
Cristiano Madrid Barcelona Messi
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Text embedding models through Recurrent Neural Networks
High dimensional
representation of
a sequence
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0.5
1.0
0.0
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The lazy brown fox
Sutskever et al - Sequence to Sequence Learning with neural networks
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Example: books embeddings
Cilibrasi, VitĂĄnyi - Normalized Web Distance and Word Similarity
Jonathan
Swift
Oscar
Wilde
William
Shakespeare
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Embedding artistic styles
Gatys et al â A Neural Algorithm of Artistic Style
Bottou et al - Optimization Methods for Large-Scale Machine Learning
Low level
observations
Style
embedding
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Artistic styles as linear relations
Google Research - https://research.googleblog.com/2016/10/supercharging-style-transfer.html
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An application: furniture embedding
Bell and Bala - Learning visual similarity for product design with convolutional neural networks
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Take home message
Reality is highly non-
linear
Deep Learning can
abstract complexity
away
Complex relations
become easy
comparisons!