Tech Giants Google and GOMYCODE Team Up for "Build with AI" Initiative in Nigeria
Google, in partnership with GOMYCODE, is launching an immersive program called 'Build with AI'. This initiative aims to empower Nigerian developers by offering hands-on training within GOMYCODE's hackerspace environments, focusing on using Google's latest AI technologies.
The Power of AI at Your Fingertips
The goal of 'Build with AI' is to cultivate a new generation of "AI-first" developers. It provides participants with the opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI tools such as Gemini and Vertex AI. These technologies will be used to create real-world solutions for pressing challenges across various sectors, including fintech, healthcare, and agriculture.
Aiming for Innovation and Skill Development
The primary objectives of 'Build with AI' include encouraging developers to build impactful solutions using AI, providing practical experience with these tools, and facilitating connections among developers, designers, and other creatives to foster innovation and collaboration.
Empowering Nigerian Developers
In Nigeria, 'Build with AI' aims to empower local developers by offering immersive training experiences within dynamic hackerspace environments. The program also fosters a network of developers who can apply AI to various sectors, promoting industry-academic integration. Furthermore, it equips developers with the expertise needed to tackle critical challenges in Nigeria and beyond.
An Open Invitation for All
This initiative is an open invitation for all Nigerian developers eager to master AI. Interested developers can apply for the program through the provided link. By participating, they will have the opportunity to work with expert mentors who will guide them through a curriculum focused on real-world AI applications.
This move is part of Google's broader efforts to support AI development globally, aligning with its commitment to empowering future generations of AI-first developers. The rise of Artificial Intelligence has created a pivotal moment in technology, and 'Build with AI' is a significant step towards fostering technological innovation in Africa.
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By integrating AI technologies like Gemini and Vertex AI, the 'Build with AI' program allows participants to create innovative solutions for sectors such as fintech, healthcare, and agriculture. This initiative is designed to empower Nigerian developers, offering them practical experience and connections to facilitate collaboration and innovation.
The 'Build with AI' program aligns with Google's global commitment to AI development, aiming to equip developers with the expertise required to tackle real-world challenges using artificial intelligence. This program represents a significant contribution to technological innovation in Africa, supporting the rise of fintech, healthcare, and other sectors through AI solutions.
