Origins and Meaning of Generative AI

In this course we will discuss the historical context of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) technology and how this context influences its evolution.

• Week One: Where did artificial intelligence come from?
• Week Two: What is GenAI?
• Week Three: What’s next with GenAI?
• Week Four: What does GenAI mean to us humans?

Ram Prayaga has over 25 years of experience building and managing technology. Prayaga is currently the chief technology officer for Atalan Tech, Inc., and he is excited about their mission of improving the retention and well-being of our healthcare providers. Prior to Atalan and following a brief stint as an LAUSD high school math teacher, Prayaga was the founding chief technology officer of mPulse Mobile, Inc., a successful health tech company. He is an adjunct faculty member with Cal Lutheran’s School of Management and truly enjoys the experience of learning from his students while sharing his knowledge and perspectives. He has a computer science/math degree from the University of Bergen, Norway, and an MS in computer science from USC. He also completed 3 years of graduate work in cognitive science at UC Sand Diego.

The Fifty and Better (FAB) program was designed for people 50 years of age and older, seeking intellectual stimulation through university-level courses — without the pressure of grades — for the sake of learning and social engagement.

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Register by 3 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9