An intro to the Platform layer
AI Summary
In this lesson, Erica and the host dive into the concept of the platform layer, crucial for building and scaling AI initiatives. They discuss how complex machine learning solutions can be simplified by utilizing a robust platform. The discussion highlights Google’s Vertex AI as an example, showcasing its capabilities to streamline machine learning workflows, provide necessary infrastructure, pre-trained models, and tools for deployment and management. The lesson aims to clarify the importance of having a dependable platform that acts as the ‘glue’ for various components of AI development.