A Fun and Absurd Introduction to Vector Databases

Explore the world of vector databases in this engaging 48-minute conference talk from GOTO Amsterdam 2024. Dive into the fundamentals of vectors and machine learning before delving into the practical applications of vector databases. Follow along with live demonstrations showcasing various implementations, including text search, image search, and generative search. Learn how to translate data into vectors and master querying techniques through hands-on examples featuring HNSW, Matrix operations, Dungeons & Dragons scenarios, Pokemon, and more. Gain valuable insights into this emerging technology and its potential to revolutionize data storage and search capabilities in AI-driven applications.

Intro
Goal of this talk
Vectors
Machine learning
Vector databases
Demo
Implementing our own search
Demo: HNSW
Demo: Matrix
Demo: D&D
Demo: Pokemon
Demo: D&D
Demo: Duncan Hills
Outro