Hi everyone,
I’m thrilled to share that I’ve officially become a certified AI Governance Professional (AIGP)!
In this episode, I walk you through my entire certification journey: why I pursued it, how I prepared, what makes the exam so challenging, and concrete tips if you’re thinking about taking it yourself.
Beyond the certification, I also dive into updates from my master’s program in responsible AI—including a fascinating session on real-time language translation from a Google engineer—and share my critical take on the latest open-source AI agent hype (Moltbot/OpenClaw).
Episode Highlights & Timestamps:
- 0:00 – Introduction and my AIGP certification announcement
- 7:20 – Graduate school updates: Computer vision, NLP, and learning from industry experts
- 12:00 – The Moltbot phenomenon: Why the hype doesn’t match reality
- 17:30 – Why I pursued AIGP certification (and why it matters beyond lawyers)
- 28:30 – The exam structure, difficulty, and why practice exams are essential
- 32:00 – Does the certification make you an expert?
- 35:40 – My top tips for aspiring AIGP candidates
- 40:30 – Who needs this certification and why governance bridges the gap between tech and law
Like I promised here are resources to help you (these are NOT affiliate links):
AIGP Body of Knowledge (version 2.1, 2026)
Dr. Kyle’s AIGP Masterclass on Udemy (just purchase it from his website instead)
AI governance isn’t just for lawyers—it’s for engineers, product managers, and anyone building AI systems. This certification grounded me in the legal frameworks that actually constrain what’s possible, and that’s invaluable knowledge for anyone serious about responsible AI.
If you’re exploring AI, AI governance or AI ethics professionally or out of curiosity, I genuinely believe the AIGP path is also worth considering.
Thanks for being part of the AI Guardrail community. Your support means everything.
See you in the next one,
Rem “Kuya Dev” Lampa
P.S. If you have questions about the certification or want to discuss responsible AI, drop a comment or reach out. I’m always happy to talk shop.
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