If you are interested in Informational Technologies and feel excited by the field of Artificial Intelligence, you might be wondering: “Where do I belong: a university research group, a start-up, or a large corporation?”

In my talk, I will share my own experience of answering this question. There are pros and cons of having a job in the tech industry vs. taking an academic track towards professorship in academia. As someone who has been working at various universities and IT companies in Europe and the USA, I will provide insights that will help you to make an informed decision on your potential career path.