AI Belongs to Everyone — The Rise of Open Source LLMs

AI shouldn’t be locked behind paywalls or API keys - it should belong to everyone.
This session introduces Open Source Large Language Models (LLMs) and how they’re transforming the way we build and use AI.

We’ll explore what LLMs are in simple terms, how projects like LLaMA, Mistral, Falcon, and GPT-Neo are making AI accessible, and why this movement perfectly aligns with FOSS values — freedom, transparency, and community.

Whether you’re a student, developer, or open-source enthusiast, you’ll see how easy it is to run your own AI model locally, experiment, and even contribute to the next generation of open intelligence.

• Understand what LLMs are and why they matter

• See how open-source AI gives power back to the community

• Learn about top open-source models you can use today

• Discover how to run or fine-tune your own local model

• Get inspired to contribute and explore FOSS AI projects