Speaker: Scharlette “Shar” Donald

Topic: Re-Empowering Tech Professionals in the Age of AI

We are all behind the 8 ball when it comes to AI due to the rapid Go to Market approach of Open AI with ChatGPT.  We have witnessed other AI companies losing market share, while simultaneously hearing non-tech professionals on TV proclaiming the death of tech careers. In this talk, we will gain a better understanding of what lies ahead for technology professionals and how we can adapt to the new technological landscape in the era of AI and Machine Learning, where knowledge is available at the speed of thought. We will explore best practices for "Prompt Engineering" and emphasize the importance of acquiring skills to stay competitive in the job market. Lastly, we will discuss valuable resources that both technology and business professionals can leverage to enhance their understanding of AI and Machine Learning skills.

Speaker info

 Scharlette “Shar” Donald has is a dynamic technology leader with just over 20 years in the industry. She has held positions from help desk to product management and has worked on projects with companies such as USAA, IBM, KFORCE, TESLA, UBER, and the USAF as a civil service employee.

She currently serves and a Product Manager at Lexis Nexis, where she has quickly established herself as a leader in technology innovation. She has crafted comprehensive roadmaps for computer vision modeling in Insurance Technology and is actively enhancing her skillset with Azure AI certifications, aiming for the AI-900. In just one year, Scharlette has impressively led 7 projects, demonstrating her commitment to pushing the boundaries in tech.

Before her current role, she was a Scrum Master at Tricolor Auto Group and Product Owner at Defi Solutions. There, she played a key role in guiding cross-functional teams and overseeing the development process from conception through to launch. Her adept use of Agile methodologies and dedication to adapt to new technology play an important role in her success. Schar is also an independent consultant and speaker, you can follow her on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/thepassionateagilist/

AGENDA:

5:30 Networking & Casual Meal

6:15 ABTP Professional Meeting

6:45 Speaker/Panel Presentation

Fees to attend: $20 (in advance) for members and $30 for non-members, payable online by credit card.  A light meal will be provided.

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