Not Everything Needs An LLM

Haydon-Allen Lecture Theatre - The Tank, 23 University Avenue, Acton, 2601

GDG on Campus The Australian National University - Canberra, Australia

DetailsLarge Language Models have redefined what’s possible, we’ve all seen the flashy demos. But they aren't a silver b...

May 6, 8:00 – 9:00 AM (UTC)

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AI is everywhere right now, but should it be used for everything?

In this session, Dave Hall from AWS will break down when tools like ChatGPT-style AI are actually useful, when simpler systems work better, and how smart teams decide what technology to use.

You do not need to be a developer to get value from this. If you are interested in startups, consulting, product, business, policy, design, or just want to understand AI beyond the hype, this talk will help you think more clearly about where AI fits in the real world.

We’ll cover:

  • Why AI is powerful but not always the right answer

  • How companies decide when to use AI and when not to

  • Why simpler solutions can sometimes be faster, cheaper, and more reliable

  • What this means for startups, products, careers, and future jobs

Come for a practical, hype-free conversation about building smarter systems and making better decisions in an AI-driven world.

When

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Wednesday, May 6, 2026
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM (UTC)

Organizers

  • Muhammad Hafizh Hasyim

    Co-Lead

  • Sen Aw

    Creative Team Lead

  • Tien Luc Vu

    Technical Team Lead

  • Saheb Yuvraj Singh