Noah Gift is the founder of Pragmatic AI Labs and serves as an Executive in Residence at Duke University, where he lectures in the MIDS Graduate Data Science Program. With nearly two decades of experience, he specializes in machine learning, MLOps, and cloud architecture, designing graduate-level courses that bridge theory and practical applications. Gift is a recognized expert in the field, being a Python Software Foundation Fellow and an AWS Machine Learning Hero, with extensive experience working with major companies such as Disney Feature Animation, Sony Imageworks, and AT&T. He has authored several influential books, including Practical MLOps and Python for DevOps, and has published numerous technical articles across various platforms.In his teaching role, Gift offers a wide range of courses such as Advanced Data Engineering, Cloud Machine Learning Engineering and MLOps, and Data Visualization with Python. His work emphasizes hands-on learning and real-world problem-solving using contemporary tools in AI and cloud computing. By leveraging his industry experience and academic insights, Gift aims to equip students with the skills necessary to tackle complex challenges in data science and machine learning, preparing them for successful careers in these rapidly evolving fields.