Democratizing AI with low-code and no-code platforms
Tags: ai, machinelearning, aws, googlecloud
Published: 2023-04-23 04:10:07


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<p class="graf graf--p">Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming a part of our everyday lives. It has the potential to revolutionize many aspects of our lives, from how we work to how we interact with the world around us.</p>
<p class="graf graf--p">AI has become the most critical development, and many such as Elon Musk, fear it will become too powerful and take over the world from us.</p>
<p class="graf graf--p">A recent study by PwC found that 82% of CEOs believe AI will significantly impact their businesses in the next five years.</p>
<p class="graf graf--p">With the current battle between Google, OpenAI and others over supremacy in the AI game, a lot has been left to speculation, how important is AI in our daily lives?</p>
<p class="graf graf--p">In the past, AI was only accessible to large businesses and tech giants. But thanks to the development of low-code and no-code platforms, AI is now accessible to businesses and individuals of all sizes.</p>
<p class="graf graf--p"><strong class="markup--strong markup--p-strong">What is AI?</strong></p>
<p class="graf graf--p">AI is a branch of computer science that creates intelligent agents and systems that can reason, learn, and act autonomously. AI has been used in various applications, including natural language processing, image recognition, and robotics.</p>
<p class="graf graf--p"><strong class="markup--strong markup--p-strong">What are low-code and no-code platforms?</strong></p>
<p class="graf graf--p">Low-code and no-code platforms are software development tools that allow users to create and deploy applications without writing code.</p>
<p class="graf graf--p">Low-code platforms provide a graphical user interface (GUI) that allows users to drag and drop elements to create applications.</p>
<p class="graf graf--p">No-code platforms go even further, providing users with a point-and-click interface that does not require coding knowledge.</p>
<p class="graf graf--p">Examples of Low Code and No Code Platforms</p>

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 	<li class="graf graf--li"><a class="markup--anchor markup--li-anchor" href="https://cloud.google.com/automl/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow noopener" data-href="https://cloud.google.com/automl/"><strong class="markup--strong markup--li-strong">Google Cloud AutoML</strong></a> is a no-code platform allowing you to build and deploy machine learning models without writing code.</li>
 	<li class="graf graf--li"><a class="markup--anchor markup--li-anchor" href="https://docs.aws.amazon.com/sagemaker/latest/dg/whatis.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow noopener" data-href="https://docs.aws.amazon.com/sagemaker/latest/dg/whatis.html"><strong class="markup--strong markup--li-strong">Amazon SageMaker</strong></a> is a low-code platform with a graphical interface for building and deploying machine learning models.</li>
 	<li class="graf graf--li"><a class="markup--anchor markup--li-anchor" href="https://ml.azure.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow noopener" data-href="https://ml.azure.com/"><strong class="markup--strong markup--li-strong">Microsoft Azure Machine Learning Studio</strong></a> is a low-code platform that provides a drag-and-drop interface for building and deploying machine learning models.</li>
 	<li class="graf graf--li"><a class="markup--anchor markup--li-anchor" href="https://www.ibm.com/cloud/watson-studio" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow noopener" data-href="https://www.ibm.com/cloud/watson-studio"><strong class="markup--strong markup--li-strong">IBM Watson Studio</strong></a> is a low-code platform with a graphical interface for building and deploying machine learning models.</li>
 	<li class="graf graf--li"><a class="markup--anchor markup--li-anchor" href="https://www.nervanasys.com/technology/cloud/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow noopener" data-href="https://www.nervanasys.com/technology/cloud/"><strong class="markup--strong markup--li-strong">Intel Nervana Cloud</strong></a> is a low-code platform with a graphical interface for building and deploying machine learning models.</li>
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<p class="graf graf--p">These are just a few examples of available low-code and no-code platforms. As AI becomes more accessible, we can expect to see even more platforms being developed.</p>
<p class="graf graf--p">Here are some of the benefits of using low-code and no-code platforms for AI:</p>

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 	<li class="graf graf--li"><strong class="markup--strong markup--li-strong">They are easy to use</strong>. Anyone can use these platforms, regardless of their coding skills.</li>
 	<li class="graf graf--li"><strong class="markup--strong markup--li-strong">They are fast</strong>. You can quickly and easily build and deploy AI applications with these platforms.</li>
 	<li class="graf graf--li"><strong class="markup--strong markup--li-strong">They are affordable</strong>. These platforms are often much more affordable than traditional AI development methods.</li>
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<p class="graf graf--p">Here are some of the challenges of using low-code and no-code platforms for AI:</p>

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 	<li class="graf graf--li"><strong class="markup--strong markup--li-strong">The quality of AI applications may not be as high</strong> as those developed by AI experts.</li>
 	<li class="graf graf--li"><strong class="markup--strong markup--li-strong">There may be security and privacy concerns</strong> associated with using these platforms.</li>
 	<li class="graf graf--li"><strong class="markup--strong markup--li-strong">The platforms may not be as flexible</strong> as traditional AI development methods.</li>
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<p class="graf graf--p">Overall, low-code and no-code platforms are a great way to make AI more accessible for non-technical people. They are easy to use, fast, and affordable. However, it is important to know the challenges before using these platforms.</p>

<h3 class="graf graf--h3">Benefits of Democratizing AI</h3>
<p class="graf graf--p">There are many benefits to democratizing AI. First, it makes it possible for businesses to quickly and easily develop AI applications to improve their operations.</p>
<p class="graf graf--p">For example, a business could use AI to automate customer service tasks, improve inventory management, or optimize marketing campaigns.</p>
<p class="graf graf--p">Second, democratizing AI allows individuals to create AI applications for personal use. For example, an individual could use AI to create a personal assistant, generate creative content, or learn a new language.</p>
<p class="graf graf--p">Third, democratizing AI allows AI to solve a wider range of problems. In the past, AI was only accessible to large businesses and tech giants.</p>
<p class="graf graf--p">This meant that AI was often used for complex problems that were beyond the reach of small businesses and individuals. However, with the development of low-code and no-code platforms, AI is now accessible to everyone, meaning it can solve a wider range of problems.</p>

<h3 class="graf graf--h3">Challenges of Democratizing AI</h3>
<p class="graf graf--p">While there are many benefits to democratizing AI, there are also some challenges. One challenge is that the quality of AI applications may not be as high as those developed by AI experts.</p>
<p class="graf graf--p">This is because low-code and no-code platforms can be used to create AI applications without any coding knowledge. As a result, users can create AI applications that are not as accurate or efficient as those developed by experts.</p>
<p class="graf graf--p">Another challenge is that security and privacy concerns may be associated with democratizing AI. For example, if a user creates an AI application that uses personal data, there is a risk that this data could be compromised. It is important to be aware of these challenges and to take steps to mitigate them.</p>

<h3 class="graf graf--h3">Conclusion</h3>
<p class="graf graf--p">The democratization of AI is a positive development that has the potential to benefit businesses and individuals alike.</p>
<p class="graf graf--p">However, it is important to be aware of the challenges and to take steps to mitigate them. By doing so, we can ensure that AI is used for good and that everyone shares its benefits.</p>

<h3 class="graf graf--h3">Resource</h3>
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 	<li class="graf graf--li"><a class="markup--anchor markup--li-anchor" href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2021/05/06/artificial-intelligence-and-the-future-of-humans/?sh=4e91c6136e3b" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow noopener" data-href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2021/05/06/artificial-intelligence-and-the-future-of-humans/?sh=4e91c6136e3b">Forbes — The future of Ai</a></li>
 	<li class="graf graf--li"><a class="markup--anchor markup--li-anchor" href="https://builtin.com/artificial-intelligence/artificial-intelligence-future" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow noopener" data-href="https://builtin.com/artificial-intelligence/artificial-intelligence-future">AI — Changing the World</a></li>
 	<li><a href="http://blog.learnhub.africa">LearnHub Blog</a></li>
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