Date/Time
Room
North Meadow
Presenter(s)
David Warren
The Extension Foundation
davidwarren@extension.org
Unlock the potential of Artificial Intelligence to transform extension service outreach. This 45-minute hands-on workshop led by David Warren (The Extension Foundation) will delve into the innovative ExtensionBot project, demonstrating how AI can enhance accessibility and responsiveness within extension programs.
Participants will gain practical insights into:
- Digitizing Institutional Knowledge for AI: Learn how to convert valuable institutional knowledge into structured data, unlocking its potential for research, education, software development, and AI applications. We will explore real-world examples and identify digitization opportunities within your own organizations.
- Building AI-Powered Chatbots for Extension: Discover the inner workings of ExtensionBot, from data preparation and ingestion for model training to the implementation of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG). Understand how this technology enables the delivery of accurate, research-based responses to user queries.
- Practical Applications and Implementation: Leave with actionable strategies for leveraging digitized data and AI chatbots to amplify the effectiveness and reach of your extension services. We will discuss real-world use cases and provide resources to help you get started.
This workshop is designed for extension professionals, educators, and technology enthusiasts who are eager to explore the transformative power of AI in agricultural outreach. Join us to discover how ExtensionBot can bridge the gap between expertise and accessibility, empowering your community with timely and accurate information."