Máirín Duffy, Red Hat | Red Hat Summit 2025



AI Summary

In this session at the Red Hat Summit AnsibleFest, Mo Duffy, a distinguished engineer at Red Hat, discusses the role of open source in shaping the future of AI. He emphasizes the importance of community-driven innovation and highlights how open source tools can make AI technology accessible for problem-solving. Duffy explains the nuances of AI models compared to traditional software, stressing the need for transparency regarding data and model parameters. He also addresses the challenges in fine-tuning AI models and the significance of having the right hardware to facilitate experimentation. The conversation touches on responsible AI and the need for clear guidelines when deploying AI in organizations. Finally, Duffy encourages tech enthusiasts to dive into open source as a way to create innovative solutions that address real-world problems.