Large Language Models and Networking: What are the Challenges and Opportunities?

Speakers:

Jon Crowcroft – University of Cambridge, UK
Victor O.K. Li – University of Hong Kong
Anshumali Shrivastava – Rice University, USA
Ajit Patankar – Juniper
Elisa Bertino – Purdue University

Organiser:

Jim Kurose – Professor of College of Information and Computer Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst

Large Language Models and tools like ChatGPT and Copilot have generated tremendous interest and discussion over the past year. While this technology is still in its early days, it’s not too soon to consider its applications in the networking field. Our panelists will be invited to discuss their thoughts on the applications of LLM in areas of interest to the networking community (including network operations and management, software development, and teaching) as well as directions for research.