The International AI Boot Camp, organised by AI Brain Lab in collaboration with AIT, took place in Thailand from January 6 to January 12, 2025. This immersive programme offered a unique blend of AI exploration and cultural exposure, allowing participants to engage with cutting-edge AI applications while experiencing Thailand’s rich heritage. Three students from the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) participated in the AIT Thailand Global Immersion Programme, gaining valuable insights and hands-on experience.
Over the course of a week the boot camp offered a strong methodological foundation, fostering both technical expertise and personal growth. Beyond AI, it provided valuable exposure to international collaboration, cultural immersion, innovation, and personal development, making it a truly transformative experience.
The International AI Boot Camp was thoughtfully designed to bridge the gap between theoretical AI concepts and their practical applications across various industries. Each day was packed with insightful presentations from industry experts and hands-on laboratory sessions, where participants applied cutting-edge AI methodologies to solve real-world challenges.
The journey began with an introduction and orientation at AIT. Stepping onto the beautiful, well-equipped AIT campus, surrounded by lush greenery and a diverse, multicultural community, was truly inspiring. The environment fostered collaborative learning and innovation, setting the perfect stage for the programme.
Additionally, a brief introduction to Thai culture enriched the experience, offering a glimpse into Thailand’s warm hospitality and rich traditions, further enhancing the immersion.
Key Leanings and Sessions: The programme focused on AI applications across multiple industries, including recruitment, insurance, ESG analytics, and healthcare. Each topic was introduced through theoretical discussions, followed by hands-on practical demonstrations, providing a solid foundation in the transformative potential of AI.
1. AI in Recruitment – The AI Interviewer – The session began with an exploration of how AI is revolutionising the interview process, making it fully automated and enhancing candidate evaluation through AI-driven analysis.
The practical session saw the development of a Python-based endpoint to manage interview data, incorporating voice-to-text conversion using libraries like Speech Recognition. This exercise highlighted how AI-powered hiring solutions improve accuracy and efficiency, increasing the likelihood of selecting the right candidates.
2. AI in Insurance – Intelligent CRM Solutions: Using Lang Chain, the role of AI-driven Customer Relationship Management (CRM) in the insurance industry, including prompt engineering and automation tools was explored.
During the hands-on session, designed a conversation flow and integrated claims detection algorithms, gaining valuable insights into how AI enhances customer experience and improves operational efficiency within the insurance sector.
3. ESG Studio – AI for Sustainability – This session examined the integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles within businesses, with a specific focus on Thailand’s sustainability landscape.
The practical component involved building a dashboard with sample ESG data and implementing a Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) algorithm using a vector database. This exercise demonstrated how AI can effectively support data-driven decision-making in sustainability and corporate governance.
4. AI in Healthcare – Ethical and Practical Innovations: The final technical session explored the ethical considerations and practical applications of AI in healthcare. Beginning with an analysis of key challenges in the sector, the session progressed to showcasing cutting-edge AI-driven innovations aimed at enhancing patient care and medical efficiency.
During the practical activity voice-based mood detection model was implemented, deepening the understanding of AI’s transformative role in mental health and diagnostics.
Cultural and Personal Experiences – Beyond academics, the boot camp provided an enriching cultural immersion. The AIT campus, with its manicured greenery, world-class facilities, and inspiring atmosphere, fostered both learning and self-reflection.
A major highlight of the programme was the Bangkok city tour, where magnificent temples, bustling shopping malls, and creative makeshift markets offering diverse products, from local delicacies to traditional crafts were explored. The seamless fusion of Thailand’s ancient heritage and modern urban landscape mirrored the essence of the boot camp—innovation built on strong foundational knowledge.
The International AI Boot Camp was a remarkable learning experience that seamlessly combined academic rigour with global exposure. This programme equipped the participants with invaluable knowledge and skills that will undoubtedly contribute to my future academic pursuits and career in artificial intelligence.
