Hello! I am excited to anounce that we would be kickstarting the IEEE University of Ibadan Student Branch Artificial Intelligence Technical Group. We invite all students to join us in this initiative, regardless of your current level of understanding in the field. Our group is dedicated to exploring the world of Artificial Intelligence through extensive discussions, hands-on projects, collaborative learning and of cause periodic meet-ups, physical or virtual as the case may be

What to Expect?

1. Inclusive Meetups and Meetings: Everyone is welcome to attend our meetups and meetings, all we expect from you is an interest in the field and a yearn to learn new things and collaborate with brilliant minds to build cool things and understand technical papers. We try to ensure all participants feel comfortable and supported. Whether you are just starting out or have some experience in AI, you will find value in our activities and discussions.
2. Learning and Collaboration: Our group focuses on reading and explaining AI research papers, implementing cutting-edge algorithms, and training deep learning models to solve real-world problems. You will have the opportunity to work on projects that aim to push the boundaries of current AI technologies competing with industry norms.
3. Assumed Knowledge: We assume that participants have a basic understanding of Python programming and some experience with deep learning, irrespective of the framework, Tensorflow or Pytorch. This knowledge would help you to get the most out of our sessions and contribute effectively to group projects.

Benefits of Participation

1. Skill Development: By being involved in our meetups and group activities, you will improve on your understanding of AI, machine learning and deep learning concepts. You will gain hands-on experience with various AI tools and frameworks and improve your technical skills and also prepare you for future challenges in the field.
2. Networking Opportunities: Being part of this initiative will connect you with like-minded peers, mentors and professionals. These connections can help lead to interesting projects and even hackathon participation.
3. Exposure to Cutting-Edge Research: You will stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI by reading and discussing research papers. This exposure will help you understand the current trends and breakthroughs, keeping you at the forefront of AI innovation.
4. Problem-Solving Skills: Working on real-world projects will enhance your problem-solving abilities. You will learn how to apply AI techniques to solve problems prevalent in your society.
5. Competitive Edge: Participating in this initiative wil give you a competitive edge in your academic and professional pursuits. The experience and knowledge you gain and the things you build will set you apart from your peers.

To kickstart our activities, please check out this book here. Go through it and attempt some of the simple exercises provided. Although the book is written in TensorFlow, we will primarily work with PyTorch. The concepts are transferable—convolutions, for example, are the same whether used in TensorFlow or PyTorch.

We are thrilled to have you on board this and we look forward to impressive things we will achieve together. Join us and be a part of a community that is passionate about this emerging technology and committed to making a difference.