NVIDIA GTC 2025 + AI Challenge
Why this is the ideal moment to learn scientific computing
Dear Reader,
This week marks my return to the research world, with a renewed determination to contribute after my last publication in 2018. A recent conversation with a friend, Professor Lyudmila Mihaylova from the University of Sheffield, reignited my enthusiasm. Her work in signal processing, Bayesian methods, target tracking, and sensor data fusion is very inspiring.
Right then, as I dive into various topics, I’ll be sharing weekly insights into research and engineering trends in AI, Vision, Sensors, and Simulation, including Automation and, of course, my go-to languages: C, Python, Rust, and JavaScript.
I’m also learning German and Polish, and improving my French and English. If you’re interested, I can share my progress and language-learning strategies.
This week, we’ll explore a computer vision challenge, highlights from NVIDIA GTC, upcoming events, and new articles on my blog.
Enjoy the read,
Marcos Gomes Borges
AI Welding Quality Detection Challenge
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NVIDIA GTC
Last week saw the NVIDIA GTC (GPU Technology Conference), typically held in San Jose, California, though occasionally in other global locations. I last attended in person in 2018 in Munich, Germany, and subsequently, I participated online.
Watching the conference this year, I initially felt somewhat overwhelmed by the sheer amount of innovation. This stemmed from my constant consideration of how to remain up-to-date in my field.
However, adopting a more optimistic viewpoint, one can assert that we are experiencing a period of remarkable technological transformation. Navigating this without a degree of stress will undoubtedly be challenging, yet with considered strategies, we can harness its potential to improve our daily lives.
One of my favourite parts of NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang’s keynote was the section where he dedicated approximately ten minutes to discussing scientific computing before a substantial audience.
Now is the perfect time to dive into scientific computing, as advancements in technology, accessible resources, and increasing demand for data-driven solutions make it more relevant than ever.
Here is an example of a wide range of fields and applications, including:
🗓️ Upcoming Events
AI, Robotics, and Computer Vision
International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA)
19-23 May 2025
Atlanta, GA, United States, Georgia World Congress Center
Join industry experts to share knowledge, discuss robotics and automation advancements, and explore the latest research and technological developments.
Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition Conference (CVPR)
11-15 June 2025
Nashville, TN, United States, Music City Center
Join industry experts to share knowledge, discuss cutting-edge advancements in computer vision, and explore the latest research and applications.
Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
FLOW-3D European Users Conference
26-28 May 2025
Lisbon, Portugal, Eurostars Universal Lisboa
Join industry experts to share knowledge, discuss FLOW-3D applications, and explore the latest software developments.
Signal and Image Processing
28th International Conference on Information Fusion
7-10 July 2025
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Rio Othon Palace
Join experts from academia, industry, and government to explore advances in sensor fusion, data integration, and intelligent decision-making.
🗄️ Archive
The following articles may be of interest:
