ATLAS Students at Columbia University SPS: Delving into the Multifaceted World of GPT with Prof. David Romoff


During their New York Immersion, ATLAS SkillTech University students embarked on a visit to Columbia University School of Professional Studies, engaging in an enlightening session led by Prof David Romoff. This session served as a comprehensive exploration of Generative Pre-trained Transformers (GPT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Multifaceted Exploration Of GPT
Students delved into GPT’s applications, implications and limitations across diverse domains like finance, sustainability and entrepreneurship. The discussions encompassed GPT’s structure, mathematical aspects and real-world industry applications, offering insights into decision-making using AI. Expert-led discussions unveiled GPT’s impact on academia and industries while focusing on threats, opportunities and the interplay between human intellect and GPT capabilities.
Development & Practical Implementation Of AI
Participants engaged in practical applications, aiming to leverage GPT effectively. Post-session, students set action points, including pursuing further studies in AI-related fields, researching GPT’s development and exploring practical implementations of AI in their academic and professional endeavours.

AI’s Transformative Potential
The session equipped students with a deeper understanding of AI’s transformative potential and its profound implications across various sectors, igniting their curiosity for further exploration in this dynamic field.
DAVID ROMOFF’S SESSION ON CHATGPT WAS A COMPREHENSIVE JOURNEY FROM NEURAL NETWORKS TO ITS PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS. IT DEEPENED OUR AI UNDERSTANDING, OFFERING INVALUABLE INSIGHTS INTO THE INTRICACIES OF LANGUAGE MODELS.
– MITALI BHUTTA, STUDENT, ATLAS | ISME
DAVID ROMOFF’S GPT PRESENTATION WAS EYE-OPENING. THE CONCISE BREAKDOWN OF GPT’S EVOLUTION AND REAL-WORLD APPLICATIONS PROVIDED A CLEAR ROADMAP FOR NAVIGATING THE COMPLEXITIES OF ADVANCED AI.
– DIVINA, STUDENT, ATLAS | ISME

About Columbia University SPS
Columbia University’s School of Professional Studies (SPS), among the university’s seventeen renowned schools, expands Ivy League education accessibility. SPS offers diverse, innovative programs empowering students for academic and professional success. Bridging enduring educational principles with emerging strategies, SPS unites top educators and practitioners. Notable executives and scholars mentor students, fostering industry partnerships. SPS collaborates university-wide, driving innovation and bolstering expertise.