In this episode of Generation AI, hosts JC Bonilla and Ardis Kadiu explore the transformative potential of synthetic data in AI model advancements. They discuss how this artificially generated information has become crucial for AI systems, now accounting for 60% of data used in AI according to Gartner. Highlighting the accessibility of this technology, JC and Ardis conduct a live demonstration, generating synthetic admissions data in real-time. This practical showcase illustrates how institutions can leverage synthetic data to solve real-world problems in education, from forecasting enrollment to optimizing resource allocation.

Understanding Synthetic Data (00:07:05)

• Definition: Artificially generated data mimicking real-world patterns
• Importance: 60% of data in AI is synthetically generated (Gartner statistic)
• Use in training smaller, specific models for various applications
• Regulatory and ethical considerations, including privacy and security implications

Applications in Higher Education (00:03:11)

• Creating datasets for testing failure scenarios in educational systems
• Using synthetic data for student recruitment and admissions modeling
• Potential for inventory management and forecasting in campus operations
• Examples in autonomous vehicles, finance, and healthcare applicable to university research

Live Synthetic Data Generation Demo (00:16:25)

• Introduction of "Artis, I have a question" segment
• Step-by-step process of generating synthetic admissions data using AI
• Demonstration of creating Python code for data generation and visualization
• Discussion on potential refinements and uses of generated data in higher education contexts

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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Ardis Kadiu
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ardis/
https://twitter.com/ardis

Dr. JC Bonilla
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcbonilla/
https://twitter.com/jbonillx

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