The woman in the picture looks nothing like me. It is the result of my third attempt to generate an image for this blog article using GenAI. While I often find AI-generated text impressive, image generation can be frustrating. At first glance, the results may seem decent, but modifications often lead to mediocre outcomes. Take, for example, the slightly crooked left foot in the image here. I also discovered that some GenAI tools struggle with simple tasks, such as removing text from an image, despite multiple attempts.

I stepped onto the AI surfboard about a year ago. My journey began in two ways: first, in my work as consultant, where I started experimenting with GenAI at the encouragement of colleagues. What began as mere curiosity quickly evolved into an essential part of my daily workflow. Without even realising it, I now find myself frequently opening ChatGPT and crafting increasingly complex prompts to refine my outputs.

Second, I took on a role as a German language trainer for AI, where I assess AI-generated content, evaluate prompts and label use cases. This position introduced me to the fascinating capabilities of AI models as evaluators themselves. I also learned that AI-generated text detection tools are not always reliable. Engaging with GenAI in this way offers a firsthand experience of its exponential progress.

Expanding AI Knowledge

This year, I aim to share my AI expertise with others. To solidify my knowledge, I am currently enrolled in multiple courses. If you’re interested in learning more about AI, I highly recommend checking out KI-Campus, an online platform offering free courses, videos, podcasts and tools to enhance AI competencies. Topics range from Foundations of Artificial Intelligence I to EU AI Act Essentials, which has recently started.

Exciting AI Events in 2025

For those looking to deepen their AI knowledge and network with experts, here are some upcoming events:

• The NeL-AI-Week which provides A.I.nblicke in die Praxis (German-language event, 10^th-13^th March 2025)
• The Multimedia Kontor Hamburg Online Event KI Verordnung – was nun? (German-language event, 12 ^th March 2025)
• In a regular “Prompt Retro” exchange format of the Hochschulforum Digitalisierung, you have the opportunity to share your experiences through short presentations, discover new use cases for AI prompting and contribute to the further development of the forum’s prompt catalog (next session 17^th March, German-language exchange)
• Microsoft’s “Agent Lab” showcases how AI agents drive real business impact (3^rd April 2025)
• The INQAAHE Conference 2025 – Tokyo which discusses Quality Assurance and Artificial Intelligence (13^th-16^th May 2025)
• The EDEN 2025 Annual Conference on Shaping the Future of Education in the age of AI (15^th-17^th June 2025)

Looking Ahead

There are countless opportunities to engage with AI, and I look forward to exploring them this year. Personally, I have decided to prioritise the ethical and responsible use of GenAI in my consulting work and studies – a topic worthy of its own blog post.

By the way, my boyfriend recently tried surfing for the first time while on holiday at the Atlantic Ocean. He took a few bruises, struggled with the waves, but ultimately found the process of mastering a new skill fulfilling. Isn’t that true for AI as well? The learning curve may be steep, but once you catch the wave, the ride is exhilarating.