Large Language Models in Journalism and Software Engineering

Explore the intersection of Large Language Models, data journalism, and software engineering in this keynote address by Simon Willison, creator of Datasette and co-creator of Django. Delve into Willison's insights gained from his extensive experience in open source development, data exploration, and responsible AI implementation. Learn about his journey from engineering director at Eventbrite to independent developer, and discover how his work with Datasette and SQLite is shaping the future of data journalism. Gain valuable perspectives on the ethical use of AI technology in journalism and software engineering, drawing from Willison's year-and-a-half immersion in the world of Large Language Models.