REFLECTION: Building a Grassroots AI Community of Practice: A Vancouver-Centred Use Case.

The article focuses on the emergence of a grassroots community of practice (CoP) centered around generative AI in Vancouver, highlighting its role in fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing among diverse participants. Facilitated by Kris Krüg, the Vancouver AI Community Meetup attracts a wide...

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Publicado en:BC Studies no. 224; pp. 161 - 175
Autores principales: PARRA PENNEFATHER, PATRICK, GAERTNER, DAVID, KRÜG, KRIS
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: BC Studies Winter 2024/2025
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Sumario:The article focuses on the emergence of a grassroots community of practice (CoP) centered around generative AI in Vancouver, highlighting its role in fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing among diverse participants. Facilitated by Kris Krüg, the Vancouver AI Community Meetup attracts a wide range of attendees, including entrepreneurs, researchers, artists, and educators, creating an inclusive environment for discussing AI's transformative potential and ethical challenges. The meetups emphasize the importance of situated knowledge, recognizing that the impact of AI technologies varies significantly across different contexts. The article suggests that the success of this community may serve as a model for other emerging AI communities, emphasizing regular engagement, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a commitment to inclusivity.