The National Programme for Artificial Intelligence, in collaboration with the National Programme for Coders, has launched the fifth edition of the UAE AI Camp. This transformative camp, starting from July 8th to August 4th, 2023, is designed to empower the next generation with advanced technology, tools, and skills in the field of artificial intelligence. This collaborative effort aims to equip the UAE AI camp participants with digital tools and technologies, enabling them to enhance the framework of future prospects and harness the potential of artificial intelligence in innovative ways.
Governments worldwide recognize the potential and significance of artificial intelligence (AI). However, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has taken a pioneering step by appointing a dedicated minister for AI. In a groundbreaking move in 2017, the UAE became the first country in the world to establish the position of Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence. His Excellency Omar Sultan Al Olama was appointed as the UAE's Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, making him the world's first minister in this domain. In July 2020, his responsibilities expanded to include the Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications.
Omar Sultan Al Olama
The establishment of the Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence aims to position the UAE as a global leader in AI by 2031. This visionary initiative strives to create new economic and social opportunities for UAE citizens, foster economic growth, develop AI policies and best practices, invest in AI research and development, enhance the AI capabilities of the UAE government, and provide funding support for both public and private AI projects. The UAE's commitment to AI reflects its determination to harness the transformative potential of this technology for the benefit of its people and to drive innovation on a global scale.
The UAE AI Summer Camp 5.0 aims to empower the younger generation by equipping them with advanced technology, tools, and skills in artificial intelligence (AI). The UAE AI Summer Camp targets school and university students, as well as various segments of society. The camp provides interactive workshops, webinars, and deep dialogues to foster a generation empowered with advanced technology and AI skills. This empowers them to contribute actively to the creation of a sustainable digital economy and strengthens our nation's leadership as well as future readiness.
The UAE AI Summer Camp targets school and university students as well as various segments of society. The UAE AI Camp focuses on six cutting-edge themes;
The previous editions of the UAE AI Summer Camp witnessed wide participation, attracting over 22,000 participants from different educational stages and backgrounds. The camp's training workshops have significantly enhanced society's technological skills, making it a resounding success.
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The UAE AI Summer Camp 5.0 presents specialized programs and interactive workshops that involve government entities, the private sector, and international companies, such as
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The UAE AI Summer Camp is an immersive program that delves into the field of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies. The camp intends to shape the future of technology and digital life through a series of awareness workshops. The workshops are designed to enhance participants' programming skills and equip them with the knowledge to design AI applications and smart solutions. The sessions will cover advanced topics, such as generative artificial intelligence, deep learning, and machine learning.
The UAE AI camp also facilitates meetings with leading companies in the AI field, providing an opportunity for participants to learn from their experiences. Workshops will explore the power of AI, including image and language generation and understanding. Participants will gain practical insights into how AI tools, like ChatGPT that can be utilized in professional and personal life. Additionally, they will have the chance to learn 3D design using reality technology.
The UAE AI Summer Camp 5.0 focuses on raising awareness about the most recent technologies and emphasizing digital security. Attendees will participate in workshops that encourage physical fitness, strength, and sports through virtual reality experiences. The sessions will also tackle the difficulties associated with cryptocurrencies and blockchain technologies. Additionally, the camp will introduce participants to potential job opportunities and demonstrate AI technologies for visual verification, quality control, and sustainability improvement. It will also provide insights into emerging AI technologies for teachers, support systems for startups in Dubai, and the basics of web development.
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Program Name | Date | Time | Audience | Learning Delivery |
BUILDING BLOCKS OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP: FROM IDEATION TO IMPLEMENTATION |
19/07/2023 | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM | Entrepreneurship | SHERAA |
IMPORTANCE OF PYTHON PROGRAMMING FOR BEGINNERS |
19/07/2023 | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM | General Public | DECODING DATA SCIENCE |
EXPLORING AND ENHANCING ART WITH AI AND VR |
19/07/2023 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Ages +8 | VR ACADEMI |
BASICS OF MUSIC COMPOSITION AND VR |
20/07/2023 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Ages +8 | VR ACADEMI |
AI AND THE FUTURE OF SAAS: HOW TO BUILD A SUCCESSFUL SAAS PRODUCT WITH GPT AND DALL-E |
20/07/2023 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 | Students and Developers | MICROSOFT |
METAVERSITY WORKSHOP TRANSFORMING EDUCATION IN THE METAVERSE | 20/07/2023 | 2pm - 4 pm | General Public | BEYOND UNIVERSE CO. L.L.C |
DIGITAL VIGILANTES: TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR PRIVACY AND SECURITY JOURNEY | 20/07/2023 | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM | School students 12-18 | G42 |
ENHANCING FITNESS, STRENGTH AND SPORTS IN VR |
21/07/2023 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Ages +8 | VR ACADEMI |
THE NEW WORLD (AI ETHICS, DATA PRIVACY AND GOVERNANCE) |
24/07/2023 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 | General Public | G42 |
DOCKER AND KUBERNETES FOR WEB DEVELOPERS |
25/07/2023 | 10:00AM-11:00AM | Developers | Amazon Web Services |
HOUR OF SUSTAINABILITY | 25/07/2023 | 12:00PM -1:30 PM | Ages 8-12 | Accenture |
LEARN HOW TO GIVE OTHERS WITH FREERICE |
25/07/2023 | 02:00-3:00 | Ages 8-12 | Accenture |
MOBILE MAGIC: DEVELOP YOUR OWN MOBLIE APP |
25/07/2023 | 06:00-7:00 | Ages 9 - 13 | jeelcode |
ACCELERATING PROGRAMMING WITH AMAZON CODEWHISPERER |
26/07/2023 | 10:00-12:30 | Developers | Amazon Web Services |
BUILD INTELLIGENT APPS WITH AZURE | 26/07/2023 | 1:00-2:00 | Developers | MICROSOFT |
ART OF PROMPT ENGINEERING | 27/07/2023 | 10:00-11:00 | Developers | Amazon Web Services |
RESEARCH TRENDS IN AI AND IMPACTS ON HUMANITY |
27/07/2023 | 11:00-12:30 | University Students | G42 |
HOUR OF SUSTAINABILITY | 27/07/2023 | 12:00-1:30 | Ages 8-12 | Accenture |
PROMPT ENGINEERING WORKSHOP |
27/07/2023 | 11:00-1:00 | Developers | Accenture |
LEARN HOW TO GIVE OTHERS WITH FREE RICE |
27/07/2023 | 2:00-3:00 | Ages 8-12 | Amazon Web Services |
AI & EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES FOR EDUCATORS |
27/07/2023 | 8:00-12:00 | Educators | AL ASSOCIATION |
GETTING STARTED WITH BLAZOR OR HOSTING STATIC WEB APPS ON AZURE |
27/07/2023 | 11:00-12:00 | Students and Beginner Developers |
MICROSOFT |
SUPPORTING STARTUPS IN DUBAI | 28/07/2023 | 10:00-11:00 | General Public | DUBAI CHAMBERS |
EVERYONE CAN CODE WITH SPHERO INDI | 29/07/2023 | 10:00-12:00 | Ages 8-15 | JTRS |
INTRODUCTION TO UI/UX | 30/07/2023 | 11:00-1:30 | Age +16 | Coding Ambassadors |
BUILD YOUR FIRST LEGO SPIKE PRIME ROBOT |
31/07/2023 | 10:00-4:00 | Ages 8-15 | LEGO |
GITHUB EXPERIENCE | 01/08/2023 | 11:00-12:00 | Students and Developers | MICROSOFT |
JOBS OF THE FUTURE | 01/08/2023 | 12:00-3:30 | Ages 16-20 | Accenture |
WEB DEVELOPMENT TECHNICAL TRAINING |
01/08/2023 | 12:00-2:30 | General Public | LE WAGON |
LOW CODE/NO CODE AI WITH MATLAB | 02/08/2023 | 10:00-12:00 | General Public | MATH WORKS |
INTRODUCTION TO WEB DEVELOPMENT WITH A TOUCH OF AI |
03/08/2023 | 11:00-1:00 | University Students | HUAWEI |
AI FOR VISUAL INSPECTION OR QUALITY CONTROL |
04/08/2023 | 10:00-1:00 | Researchers and Professionals | MATH WORKS |
ANJAL Z- PROMOTING ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN YOUTH |
04/08/2023 | 10:00-1:00 | Ages 16-25 | Anjal Z |
MICROBIT HACKATHON | 04/08/2023 | 10:00-4:00 | Ages 8-15 | DOYOURBIT.XYZ |
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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has positioned itself as a frontrunner in adopting AI technology, integrating it across diverse sectors to drive efficiency, productivity, innovation, and harness its potential for driving economic growth and diversification. With a focus on technology-driven advancements, the UAE is actively investing in AI research and development, fostering collaborations between academia, Private, and government entities. The UAE government's commitment to AI is evident through initiatives such as the “UAE Strategy for Artificial Intelligence” in 2017, which aims to position the country as a global AI hub.
Managing Director of Edoxi Training Institute, Dubai, Sharafudhin Mangalad, says, "The UAE promotes AI-focused education and training programs to prepare its workforce to thrive in an AI-driven economy. Reskilling and upskilling programs are encouraged by the government to ensure a smooth transition for workers, allowing them to embrace new AI-related roles”. Further, he said that “Reskilling and upskilling the workforce by integrating AI tools and training professionals to be competitive with the change that these generative AI tools create, is what Edoxi as a next-generation training institute is trying to establish. We believe that Edoxi Training Institute will be successful in it by empowering and fostering the next generation with advanced technology and AI skills”.
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