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Max Burgoyne – Final Portfolio

Portfolio Video Tour

My Google Calender SS

NHL Prediction Unit

My Passion Project

Unfortunately, my passion project, which is a two-minute-long ski edit using Premiere Pro to edit and shot on a camcorder, was too big a file to import into my portfolio, but I will email it to Dr. Holowka.

AI Exploration Unit

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Foundation

Large Language Models

LLMs are neural networks trained on vast text corpora to predict and generate human-like language. Models like GPT-4 and Claude now power millions of applications worldwide.

Discussion

The scaling hypothesis suggests bigger models unlock emergent capabilities — but critics argue this approach hits diminishing returns. The debate shapes billions in R&D spending.

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Creativity

Generative Image AI

Diffusion models like Stable Diffusion and Midjourney translate text prompts into photorealistic or artistic images in seconds. The technology has transformed design, advertising, and entertainment.

Discussion

Artists and illustrators face existential questions about originality and livelihood as AI-generated imagery floods creative markets. Copyright law has yet to fully catch up.

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Agents

AI Agents & Autonomy

AI agents can plan multi-step tasks, use tools, browse the web, and execute code with minimal human input. They represent a shift from reactive chatbots to proactive digital coworkers.

Discussion

Autonomous agents raise accountability gaps — when an AI makes a costly mistake, who is responsible? Alignment research is racing to ensure agents pursue the right goals.

My Group Website

For our website, we decided to make a website to help teach beginner golfers how to start practicing golf. We did this by creating 6 different articles with the help of AI to give beginner golfers the exact tools they need to start progressing quickly.