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Rafael Moraes (he/him)

AI Developer, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)

Rafael Moraes is an AI Developer at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) who contributed significantly to the development of Canada's first public-facing generative AI chatbot, which won the Public Service Data Challenge in 2023. In this project, he was responsible for the technical development, particularly focusing on integrating the chatbot with authoritative datasets to prevent hallucinations. Holding a Master's degree in Chemical Engineering from Newcastle University (2021), his shift to AI was driven by the potential for rapid experimentation and the capacity to create impactful solutions independently. He also created a deduplication tool for aiding the ATIP process, significantly reducing manual document review time. His work at AAFC underscores a commitment to applying AI for governmental efficiency and public service improvement.
 

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FWD50 Extras: An Innovative Approach to Attracting and Developing Talent

The Government of Canada faces a growing demand for skilled technology professionals, but competition from the private sector can make recruitment a challenge. How can we attract top talent to the public service? Learn how Treasury Board Canada and Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada are embracing the challenge. You'll also hear how AAFC achieved AI leadership in just six months. Discover their winning strategy: building strong talent pipelines with top Canadian colleges and universities. Join us for an insightful discussion where you’ll learn actionable tips for establishing talent pipelines and building high-performing teams. See More.
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