Nerds Like Me: The Inner Workings of AI with David Etlinger

Nerds Like Me: The Inner Workings of AI

Join Nerds Like Me for a deep dive into how AI actually works with David Etlinger.

David is a researcher, scholar, and systems practitioner who recently led work at Meta Reality Labs Research, developing virtual acoustics platforms for VR and AR. He holds a Ph.D. in Music Technology from Northwestern University and has spent his career at the intersection of engineering, perception, and creative technology.

This session goes beyond the hype to explore what is really happening inside modern AI systems. Expect a practical, grounded conversation about architecture, training, and the feedback loops that shape how these systems learn.

Attendees include leaders from Meta, AbbVie, and EY, with backgrounds spanning data science, AI/ML, product management, and GenAI.

Food and beverages available for purchase at the venue.

Speaker: David Etlinger, Ph.D.

David Etlinger is a researcher, scholar, and free thinker. He recently led work at Meta Reality Labs Research, developing virtual acoustics platforms for VR and AR. A systems practitioner across many domains, his work spans feedback systems, technology diffusion, and the intersection of engineering and perception. He holds a Ph.D. in Music Technology from Northwestern University and has designed sonic landscapes for hundreds of productions.

Details

• Date: Thursday, May 14th
• Time: 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
• Location: Highland Park, IL (exact venue shared after RSVP)
• Cost: Free

RSVP: nerdslikeme.dream.page

See you soon.
Jonathan Shertok
Organizer, Nerds Like Me