Wrenches Gadgets & Hacks - Episode 02-04: Valentin Noves - AI in Software Dev

Episode 02-04: Valentin Noves - AI in Software Dev

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06/26/24 • 34 min

Wrenches Gadgets & Hacks

Welcome back "Wrench's Gadgets & Hacks" where we explore the latest in technology and innovation. In this episode host Carl Storms dives into the world of AI in software development and the AECO (Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Operations) industry with special guest Valentin Noves. They explore the practical applications of AI, the challenges faced by developers, and the future of AI in coding and beyond.

Key Discussion Points:

AI in Software Development:
- Valentin and Carl discussed how AI tools like Copilot and Codeium are used in software development. They noted that junior developers tend to use these tools more frequently than senior developers, especially when dealing with complex coding problems.
Training and Learning with AI:
- Valentin emphasized the usefulness of AI as a training tool, highlighting how it can help developers quickly learn and solve specific problems without sifting through extensive tutorials.
Custom AI Models:
- Creating custom AI models was discussed, with Valentine explaining the challenges related to data quality and quantity. He shared an example of an experimental project where they tried to use AI for construction schedules and found limitations due to insufficient data.
Future of AI in AECO:
- Valentine shared his views on the potential of AI to automate and enhance various aspects of the AECO industry. He stressed the importance of finding a balance between using AI tools and traditional methods.
Fun with AI:
- Valentin recounted experimental projects like translating city images into music and creating ontologies for building IoT device placement. These projects, while experimental, showcased the creative and fun side of working with AI.

Join us for this insightful conversation as we jump into the world of AI from the software developers side and its potential in the AECO industry and beyond.
* The above was created with a helping hand from an LLM from the Podcast Episode transcript, which was transcribed by AI 😁
And remember to check out the Show Notes for all the episode links.

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Key Discussion Points:

AI in Software Development:
- Valentin and Carl discussed how AI tools like Copilot and Codeium are used in software development. They noted that junior developers tend to use these tools more frequently than senior developers, especially when dealing with complex coding problems.
Training and Learning with AI:
- Valentin emphasized the usefulness of AI as a training tool, highlighting how it can help developers quickly learn and solve specific problems without sifting through extensive tutorials.
Custom AI Models:
- Creating custom AI models was discussed, with Valentine explaining the challenges related to data quality and quantity. He shared an example of an experimental project where they tried to use AI for construction schedules and found limitations due to insufficient data.
Future of AI in AECO:
- Valentine shared his views on the potential of AI to automate and enhance various aspects of the AECO industry. He stressed the importance of finding a balance between using AI tools and traditional methods.
Fun with AI:
- Valentin recounted experimental projects like translating city images into music and creating ontologies for building IoT device placement. These projects, while experimental, showcased the creative and fun side of working with AI.

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Previous Episode

Episode 02-03: Carl Storms - The Old Switcheroo

For the third episode of Series 2, we flip the script and give the listener the old switcheroo, with the guest becoming the host and the host becoming the guest. We welcome back our first guest and past co-host, John Pierson, as host so he can put Carl Storms in the hot seat. This episode dives into Carl's experiences, challenges, and learnings from dedicating 100 days to exploring various AI tools and technologies. From humorous dad jokes to AI-aided website programming, Carl shares his insights and practical applications of AI in the AECO industry.

Key Discussion Points:

Discussion on Carl’s 100 Days AI journey, exploring various AI tools and technologies.
Conversation about the use of AI in everyday life and its potential in the AECO industry.
Discussion on the importance of AI in enhancing efficiency and creativity in the AECO industry.
Exploration of various AI tools and platforms, including Chat GPT, Pi AI, and Goblin Tools.
Discussion on the importance of curating and reviewing AI-generated content.

Join us for this insightful conversation about the journey of learning AI and its potential in the AECO industry and beyond.
* The above was created with a helping hand from an LLM from the Podcast Episode transcript, which was transcribed by AI 😁
And remember to check out the Show Notes for all the episode links.

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Episode 02-05: Craig Barbieri - AI Rendering

In this episode of Wrenches, Gadgets & Hacks, we continue our series on AI in the AECO industry. Host Carl welcomes Craig, the Director of Digital Technology at Ewing Cole, to discuss the transformative role of AI in rendering and design. Craig shares his journey from studying architecture and landscape architecture to leading digital media and design technology at a major firm. The conversation moves into the parallels between the rise of BIM and AI, the practical applications of AI in rendering, and the importance of crafting effective prompts for AI tools.

Key Topics Discussed:

AI in Design: The impact of AI on the design process, including the use of tools like MidJourney, Veras, and Magnific.
Rendering with AI: How AI is used to generate architectural renderings, the challenges of creating realistic images, and the importance of maintaining design authenticity.
Prompts and Workflows: The significance of crafting good prompts for AI tools and the innovative workflows developed by designers at Ewing Cole.
Security and Custom AI: The exploration of different methods for creating custom AI tools while ensuring data security.
Future of AI in AECO: The potential and limitations of AI in the industry, and the importance of continuous experimentation and learning.

The above was created with a helping hand from an LLM from the Podcast episode transcript, which was transcribed by AI 😁
And remember to check out the Show Notes for all the episode links.

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