In this episode of Women and AI, your hosts Reut, Lana, and Jenny discuss AI Hackathons with the My Speech BFF team. We’ll learn what designing for an AI app is like, get some tips on how to succeed at a hackathon and explore the power of an all-woman team! Join us on this journey to celebrate, educate, and empower women in AI. Visit our website at www.womenandai.com, and connect with us on LinkedIn to stay engaged with our mission. Resources: Instagram: @StuffLucyWore 🧋Boba Recommendation TPTea Book Recommendation: Liz Moody’s 100 Ways to Change Your Life The Worlds I See by Dr. Fei-Fei Le Artificial Intelligence A Guide for Thinking Humans by Melanie Mitchell Women and AI LinkedIn Women and AI Website Nominate a guest for our show Takeaways Participating in a hackathon can be a great way to learn new skills, collaborate with others, and build your portfolio. When using AI tools, it's important to consider ethical implications, such as privacy, biases, and the impact on industries and professions. Supporting women in AI includes celebrating their accomplishments, sharing knowledge and resources, and creating a supportive community. AI tools like ChatGPT, Google Bard (now Gemini), Grammarly, and Canva can be helpful for various tasks, such as generating text, transcribing meetings, and creating designs. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:19Meet Lucy 03:02 Meet Rebecca 04:25 Meet Jennifer 06:18 How My Speech BFF Started 09:22 About My Speech BFF 12:46 Expectations for the Hackathon 13:28 Process and Tools Used 18:14 Designing AI Products 20:06Working Together and Lessons Learned 23:06 AI Risks and Considerations 24:18 Advice for Participating in a Hackathon 29:45 AI Tools and Recommendations 33:17Risks and Ethical Considerations 37:50 AI Leaders to Follow 40:47Supporting Women in AI 41:12 How to Support the Guests 42:24 Closing Remarks

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