Ladies Learning Code: Using Data to Solve Problems: An Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Beginners – Vancouver

Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are all around us – from Siri on your iPhone to Google Map suggestions, to recommendations for purchases during your Amazon check-out. While many of us may think AI and machine learning mean more robots and self-driving cars, at a fundamental level, they are about data – and ways to make meaning of data. In this workshop, we’ll use a hands-on project based approach to learn how to put data to use for us in our everyday lives. During the session, you’ll learn the following: – An introduction to the history of artificial intelligence and machine learning, what they mean and why it matters – An introduction to data and strategies for collection, preparation, manipulation and analysis of data – An introduction to machine learning models and predictive data – Build your very own machine learning model to evaluate data that’s interesting to you – What resources are available if you’d like to continue learning at home (and we think you will) and career opportunities available in the fields of AI and machine learning Workshop Dates: This workshop will be run over the course of two evenings: Tuesday, September 18th from 6:00pm – 9:00pm and Thursday, September 20th from 6:00pm – 9:00pm. Who is this for? Our Ladies Learning Code workshops offer female-identified and male-identified, trans, and non-binary adults hands-on, project-based learning experiences that are designed to give beginners the skills and confidence they need to become digital creators. Prerequisites: None! This workshop is designed for absolute beginners. What’s Included: 4:1 student-to-mentor ratio with an awesome lead instructor. Great venue with a fun, social and inclusive learning environment. Light snack! Yum! We’ll try our best to accommodate any dietary restrictions (no promises)! Requirements: You must bring your own laptop for which you have administrative permission. Please remember to bring your own powercord. A mouse can come in handy too! You may be required to download some free software. After you sign up we will email detailed instructions. Note: If you do not have a laptop to use during the duration of the workshop, we have a limited quantity that we can loan out. The option to borrow a laptop will be included in your order form when registering. Questions? Email us at info@canadalearningcode.ca