From Low-Code to Local AI: How APV is Driving the Next Wave of Digital Transformation with Manuel Miranda

In this episode of The Peel, David Blackburn sits down with Manuel Miranda, Chief AI and Growth Officer at APV, a mission-focused tech company that’s quietly revolutionizing government and enterprise services through cutting-edge solutions. From low-code/no-code development to scalable AI and Agile DevSecOps, APV’s work is having a real-world impact, including recent contract wins at HHS.

Manuel brings deep technical expertise and visionary thinking as he unpacks the rise of on-device AI, exploring its growing importance for privacy, power efficiency, and low-latency use cases in defense, healthcare, education, and government services. He also discusses how smaller, more efficient LLMs and better hardware are unlocking new frontiers, like AI mentors for lifelong learning and local AI-driven diagnostics in rural communities.

From government automation to personalized education and even the ethics of AI dependency, Manuel offers insights that will resonate with tech leaders, federal innovators, and anyone navigating the future of intelligent systems.

To connect with Manuel, visit his LinkedIn page here.
To learn more about APV, visit their website here.

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