Conversations for the Masses

Explore the implications of conversational AI and digital assistants in this thought-provoking conference talk. Delve into the history of machine conversations, examine the rise of conversational canvases like Messenger and Slack, and understand the role of digital assistants such as Cortana, Alexa, and Siri. Learn about the underlying technologies, including machine learning APIs and the Bot Framework, that enable natural language interactions and sentiment analysis. Consider the potential consequences of entrusting personal information to AI and ponder the future of human-machine interactions in the context of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Gain insights into dialogue design, QA Maker, and important considerations for developing conversational platforms.