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Track Talk T5

Simplifying AI Testing with The Conceptual Duck Principle

Mohit Gaur

12:00 - 12:45 CEST Thursday 5th June

As AI systems grow more complex, the methodologies used to test and validate their behavior must also evolve. The Conceptual Duck Principle is a humorous yet effective approach that’s based on the adage: “If it looks like a duck, swims like a duck, and quacks like a duck, then it probably is a duck.”

This talk will explore how this principle can be applied to AI testing by focusing on external, observable behaviors rather than diving into the intricacies of neural networks and algorithms. You will learn how this principle can be used to assess whether AI systems are performing as expected under real-world conditions, even when their internal workings are mostly opaque.

Key points will include:

* Defining “duck-like” behavior for AI models to establish behavioral baselines.
* Practical applications of this approach in various stages of testing.
* Evaluating AI systems without complete knowledge of their inner workings.
* Examples showing how this approach can streamline development cycle, improve user trust, and enhance system robustness.

This talk will equip you with a light-hearted yet effective strategy for demystifying AI testing and ensuring that your system “quacks” when it should.

What you will learn

  1. Establish the ideal behavioral standards for your AI-powered systems
  2. Evaluate AI models across various testing stages without delving into complex algorithms
  3. Leverage behavioral baselines to simplify testing processes, enhance user trust, and improve the robustness of AI systems

Session Details

  • Introductory
  • 45 minutes
  • Includes 15 mins Q&A
  • Navigating the evolving landscape of regulations and standards
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Check out this video from Mohit Gaur to hear more about his talk, ‘Simplifying AI Testing with The Conceptual Duck Principle’.

We look forward to welcoming you to EuroSTAR 2025.

Session Speaker

Mohit Gaur

Red Hat, India

Hello, I’m Mohit Gaur, a Software Quality Engineer on the Platform Engineering team at Red Hat.

I’m a lifelong learner, constantly experimenting with new tools and contributing to open-source projects. Sharing knowledge and empowering others to embrace technology’s potential fuels my fire. Beyond coding, I find inspiration in brainstorming sessions and stimulating discussions.

So, whether you’re looking for a quality engineer, a fellow traveller on the digital frontier, or simply a sounding board for your latest ideas, feel free to connect! My thirst for collaboration and conversation never runs dry.

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