By Ntsizi “Oscar” Mphenduli, Senior Laboratory Technician, University of Fort Hare, South Africa
Jet Lag Day at ART@SC24 – A Glimpse of Georgia Tech
On November 15, 2024, ART@SC24 kicked off with its signature “Jet Lag Day,” an engaging day designed to immerse attendees in the innovation hub of Georgia Tech. Here’s a look at the highlights from this fascinating prelude to the main workshop.
Introduction and Orientation
The day began with a warm welcome and logistics briefing by Elizabeth Leake and Bryan Johnston, setting the tone for a full schedule of discovery and collaboration. Participants were introduced to Georgia Tech’s role in the high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence (AI) landscape.
Sessions and Tours
1. OMSCS Showcase:The Online Master of Science in Computer Science (OMSCS) program at Georgia Tech took center stage. Highlights included:
A historical overview of the program. Insights into African participation and international …