About

Noor Aftab is a recognized leader in AI and data, known for driving innovation at the intersection of AI, automation, and cloud computing. As a Senior Program Manager at Amazon Web Services (AWS) and an IBM Influencer, she develops AI-powered solutions that enhance enterprise scalability and decision-making.

A sought-after speaker, Noor has delivered talks at PyData Global, IBM TechXchange, and IEEE, sharing insights on AI-driven transformation, intelligent automation, and data-driven innovation. She has led the development of AI solutions like Ticket Copilot, integrating machine learning and automation to optimize workflows.

Beyond her work at AWS, Noor leads the IBM Women in AI user group, is a Community Manager at AI Camp, and serves on the NumFOCUS CoC Working Group, where she supports inclusivity in open-source AI and data science communities. Her expertise in AI and data solutions positions her at the forefront of industry advancements, helping organizations harness AI.

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Noor Aftab has presented the following presentations

Enhancing Postgres with AI-Powered Search: When to Use FAISS, Pinecone, or Built-in Extensions at Postgres Conference 2025
A Practical Guide to AI-Driven Search Architectures for Postgres-Based Applications
presented by Noor Aftab
Postgres is widely used for structured data storage and querying, but with the rise of AI-driven applications, traditional search mechanisms often fall short. Vector search—critical for recommendation systems, chatbots, and AI-enhanced retrieval—has emerged as a game-changer. But when should developers extend Postgres with AI-powered search engines like FAISS and Pinecone, and when should they ...
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