Andrew Ng on winning the AI race, with DJ Patil

This episode of Pioneers of AI features a conversation between Andrew Ng, a pioneer in AI, and DJ Patil, former chief data scientist under the Obama administration. They discuss the current state of AI, including the concept of "agentic" AI, where AI takes a more iterative approach to tasks. Ng emphasizes the importance of coding skills for future generations, even with AI assistance, and addresses concerns about the impact of AI on employment. They also delve into U.S. competitiveness in AI, the role of open-source models, and the need for responsible AI development that benefits everyone. Ng encourages listeners to "build, build, build" and explore the possibilities of AI.