The Department of Data Science successfully conducted an expert talk to explore generative AI’s current trends and transformative impact on industry and daily life. The session, facilitated by Mr. Hari Prasath J from HCL Technologies, aimed to equip students with practical insights into AI’s role in automating content creation, designing prototypes, and optimizing workflows across diverse industrial sectors. Key discussions encompassed predictive maintenance to reduce downtime in manufacturing, AI-powered chatbots and virtual assistants for customer service, real-time decision-making on factory floors, and the importance of ethical AI practices and data governance. The expert emphasized how generative AI is expected to reshape job roles by shifting human effort toward creativity, supervision, and strategic tasks. Through this interactive session, participants gained comprehensive understanding of AI adoption patterns and their implications for future careers in data science and technology sectors.