In this TED talk, the speaker explores the challenges and progress in computer vision technology. They discuss the complexity of teaching computers to understand visual information and the importance of massive datasets, exemplified by the ImageNet project. Using convolutional neural networks, computers can now accurately recognize and label objects in images. The speaker emphasizes the need to bridge the gap between vision and language, enabling computers to generate human-like sentences based on images. They demonstrate a model capable of this feat, envisioning applications in healthcare, transportation, disaster relief, and scientific exploration. The speaker anticipates a future where computers possess visual intelligence, collaborating with humans to explore the world. Their personal motivation stems from creating a better future for their son and society by giving computers the ability to see and understand the world.