While our Tech Book Clubs have been part of KEYSYS culture for years, it’s been a while since we’ve shared what we’ve been up to—and this latest round is worth highlighting.
Why We Do Tech Book Club
Technology changes fast. At KEYSYS, our Tech Book Club offers a consistent way for our engineers to update their skills or learn something new. We focus on topics that strengthen core technical knowledge—something our team can apply across the diverse projects and industries we work in. It’s also a great opportunity to collaborate, ask hard questions, and challenge ourselves to grow.
What We Covered This Round
This time, we took a different route: instead of a book, we completed Harvard’s CS50: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence with Python via edX.
We chose this topic to build on our AI knowledge—going deeper into how tools like large language models and RAG systems actually work. It’s one thing to use AI. It’s another to understand it well enough to use it with intent. At KEYSYS, we believe that knowing what’s under the hood leads to better solutions and smarter decisions.
What We Learned
One of the first takeaways? KEYSYS already has deep experience with AI—especially when it’s defined broadly as machine-based decision making. That realization prompted us to update our internal language and case studies to better reflect our capabilities.
From there, we had in-depth discussions about applying these AI concepts to real projects—past, present, and future. We also began incorporating AI-assisted development tools into our workflows, including hosting multiple internal hackathons to experiment hands-on.
Who Led the Way
This session was led by our Chief Technology Officer, Lee Daniel, who facilitated discussions and led project code reviews. With Lee’s guidance, the team engaged deeply with the material, explored real-world applications, and collaborated through hands-on experimentation.
