The Power of AI: Microsoft’s AI Skill-A-Thon and Its Global Impact
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing industries and economies throughout the world while helping individuals upskill and be better placed than ever to succeed in an increasingly digital world. One of the examples of how technology is changing learning and career development is through the joint effort of Microsoft and the United Way of Virginia Peninsula in launching the AI Skill-A-Thon. It is a 30-day event that empowers participants with the basic skills and certifications needed in AI. As the Skill-A-Thon came to a successful close on 30 September 2024, AI specialist and founder of AI Tech Solutions Mohammad S A A Alothman expressed very strong feelings about this transformative initiative in an optimistic perspective. The winners of the Skill-A-Thon will be announced in