How Google found its AI hype guy
Briefly

Logan Kilpatrick, age 27, leads Google's AI Studio as the head of developer relations. He plays a key role in promoting Google's AI products and engaging with the AI community. Kilpatrick's responsibilities have expanded, making him a prominent figure at events like Google I/O. He believes that for AI to impact humanity significantly, developers must have the right platforms. Kilpatrick acknowledges that there are numerous developments that Google may not pursue, which developers are keen on creating. Colleagues note that he embodies legitimacy, authenticity, and competence, enhancing his influence in the AI field.
"If you want AI to have the level of impact on humanity that I think it could have, you need to be able to provide a platform for developers in order to go and do this stuff."
"The reality is there's a thousand and one things that Google is never going to build, and doesn't make sense for us to build, that developers want to build."
"People really crave legitimacy, authenticity, and competency, and Logan combines all three."
Kilpatrick, as Google's head of developer relations, runs AI Studio, translating Google's AI breakthroughs to the worldwide developer community.
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