Learn Generative AI
Course Name: Advanced Generative AI: End to end development with LLMs
51 hours
Understand Generative AI (GAI) capabilities & assess business use cases based on latest GAI developments
Understand at high level how GAI assistant works & perform performance improvement on a stock LLM chatbot
Configure and deploy a LLM-powered chatbot with your personal touch / selected domain
Understand Generative AI (GAI) capabilities & assess business use cases based on latest GAI developments
Understand at high level how GAI assistant works & perform performance improvement on a stock LLM chatbot
Configure and deploy a LLM-powered chatbot with your personal touch / selected domain
Generative AI: End-to-end development with LLMs
Course Introduction
Generative AI: End-to-end development with LLMs. This comprehensive course is designed to teach you how to quickly harness the power of the Large Language Model (LLM).
From understanding what LLMs are, how it works to putting them to use and optimize through prompt engineering, model orchestration, frontend development to performance tuning. The course will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to develop cutting-edge LLM solutions for selected domains.
Course Contents
• Understand Generative AI (GAI) capabilities
• Assess business use cases based on latest GAI developments
• Understand at high level how GAI assistant works
• Performance tuning on a stock LLM chatbot
• Configure and deploy a LLM-powered chatbot with your personal touch / selected domain
Course Trainer
Trainer
Henry Fong
Experience
Manage generative AI initiative for global banks and insurances in technology consultancy.
Strong technical background from data science, full stack development, cloud engineering, etc.
• Msc. in Data Analytics,
• B. Eng in Software Engineering
• AWS and GCP certified.
FAQ
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Business Analysts
Software Developers
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About
Who should Enroll?
Web Designers 📝
Graphic Designers
Marketing Professionals
Business Analysts
Software Developers
Data Analysts
UI Designers
Project Managers
Still have questions?
WhatsApp Us here or email at course@venturenixlab.com
Curriculum
Course Contents ⚡
The course will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to develop cutting-edge LLM solutions for selected domain.
Module 1 ┊ Introduction to Python
WEEK 1 Introduction to Python: 1/3
Understand the building blocks of virtually all programming languages.
Content: Variables, input/output, data types, control structure, scope, function, error handling
WEEK 2 Introduction to Python 2/3
More on data type and control structure. introduction to object oriented programming
Content: Dictionaries, iteratives, OOP, Pydantic, Modules in Python
WEEK 3 Introduction to Python 3/3
Introduction to Microservices and Environment Setup
Content: Restful API, Flask, FastAPI, Conda, venv, pip, Jupyter notebook
Module 2 ┊ Understanding Neuron Networks
WEEK 4 Understanding Neuron Networks: 1/3
Understanding what neuron network is and how to build it with PyTorch
Content: Structure of neuron network. Why does it matter? Build your first NN using PyTorch
WEEK 5 Understanding Neuron Networks: 2/3
More on PyTorch. Why is GAN important?
Content: More hands-on development with Pytorch (e.g. CNN). Introduction to GAN.
WEEK 6 Understanding Neuron Networks: 3/3
Have fun on building your own GPT model
Content: Build your own GPT model with PyTorch (nanoGPT)
Module 3 ┊ Introduction to Cloud
WEEK 7 Introduction to Cloud: 1/3
Introduction to most common cloud services. Introduction to docker.
Content: Compute, block storage, serverless, VPCs. Docker, Jupyter in docker, build your first docker image.
WEEK 8 Introduction to Cloud: 2/3
Introduction to kubernetes. Running your first Kubernetes Cluster and introduction to Terraform.
Content: Introduction to Kubernetes. Running your first cluster (with GPU). Replicate the cluster with Terraform script.
Module 4 ┊ Introduction to LLM
WEEK 9 Introduction to LLM: 1/3
Play around with LLMs on the market and understand the difference. Deploy your first LLM.
Content: Understanding LLMs configurations and parameters. Deploy a minimum LLM virtual assistant.
WEEK 10 Introduction to LLM: 2/3
Natural Language Processing: Why LLM rocks (transformer). Introduction to Prompt Engineering.
Content: Introduction to legacy NLP. What is transformer. Basic prompt engineering technical and concepts.
WEEK 11 Introduction to LLM: 3/3
Common LLM problems. How to improve LLM’s performance: PEFT and RAG
Content: Introduction to common LLM issues such as hallucination. Model fine-tuning vs RAG.
Module 5 ┊ LLM Orchestration
WEEK 12 LLM Orchestration: 1/3
What is LLM Orchestration and why do we need it. Introduction to LangChain.
Content: Introduction to LangChain concepts.
WEEK 13 LLM Orchestration: 2/3
Building RAG using Langchain. What is embedding? What is vector database? What is similarity search?
Content: Hands-on session on building a RAG using Langchain and vector database. Address common embedding issues.
WEEK 14 LLM Orchestration: 3/3
Dealing with structured database with Langchain. How to write your pre/post processor? Connecting your LLM to GUI.
Content: Hands-on session on using Langchain and structured data. How to extend Langchain. Building a simple GUI for your virtual assistant (e.g. streamlit).
Module 6 ┊ Capstone Project
WEEK 15 Capstone Project: 1/4
Picking your problem statement. Defining deliverables and acceptance criteria. Prepare solution architecture, model selection
WEEK 16 Capstone Project: 2/4
Preparing data, decide how to improve the performance (fine-tuning vs prompt engineering). Data pipeline design and implementation.
WEEK 17 Capstone Project: 3/4
Baseline your LLM’s performance, improve prompt template. Resolve known issues.
WEEK 18 Capstone Project: 4/4
Prepare terraform for the solution. Deploying to Cloud. Troubleshooting.
Upcoming Class
Tue,27 Aug
· 51 Hours
· Every Tue 7:00pm-10:00pm
· Diamond Hill Classroom
Limited Seats Available
Join Free Seminar
· 2 Hours
· Starts at 7:30PM
· Hosted in our office at Causeway Bay
Curriculum
Course Content
The course will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to develop cutting-edge LLM solutions for selected domain.
Module 1 ┊ Introduction to Python
WEEK 1 Introduction to Python: 1/3
Understand the building blocks of virtually all programming languages.
Content: Variables, input/output, data types, control structure, scope, function, error handling
WEEK 2 Introduction to Python 2/3
More on data type and control structure. introduction to object oriented programming
Content: Dictionaries, iteratives, OOP, Pydantic, Modules in Python
WEEK 3 Introduction to Python 3/3
Introduction to Microservices and Environment Setup
Content: Restful API, Flask, FastAPI, Conda, venv, pip, Jupyter notebook
Module 2 ┊ Understanding Neuron Networks
WEEK 4 Understanding Neuron Networks: 1/3
Understanding what neuron network is and how to build it with PyTorch
Content: Structure of neuron network. Why does it matter? Build your first NN using PyTorch
WEEK 5 Understanding Neuron Networks: 2/3
More on PyTorch. Why is GAN important?
Content: More hands-on development with Pytorch (e.g. CNN). Introduction to GAN.
WEEK 6 Understanding Neuron Networks: 3/3
Have fun on building your own GPT model
Content: Build your own GPT model with PyTorch (nanoGPT)
Module 3 ┊ Introduction to Cloud
WEEK 7 Introduction to Cloud: 1/3
Introduction to most common cloud services. Introduction to docker.
Content: Compute, block storage, serverless, VPCs. Docker, Jupyter in docker, build your first docker image.
WEEK 8 Introduction to Cloud: 2/3
Introduction to kubernetes. Running your first Kubernetes Cluster and introduction to Terraform.
Content: Introduction to Kubernetes. Running your first cluster (with GPU). Replicate the cluster with Terraform script.
Module 4 ┊ Introduction to LLM
WEEK 9 Introduction to LLM: 1/3
Play around with LLMs on the market and understand the difference. Deploy your first LLM.
Content: Understanding LLMs configurations and parameters. Deploy a minimum LLM virtual assistant.
WEEK 10 Introduction to LLM: 2/3
Natural Language Processing: Why LLM rocks (transformer). Introduction to Prompt Engineering.
Content: Introduction to legacy NLP. What is transformer. Basic prompt engineering technical and concepts.
WEEK 11 Introduction to LLM: 3/3
Common LLM problems. How to improve LLM’s performance: PEFT and RAG
Content: Introduction to common LLM issues such as hallucination. Model fine-tuning vs RAG.
Module 5 ┊ LLM Orchestration
WEEK 12 LLM Orchestration: 1/3
What is LLM Orchestration and why do we need it. Introduction to LangChain.
Content: Introduction to LangChain concepts.
WEEK 13 LLM Orchestration: 2/3
Building RAG using Langchain. What is embedding? What is vector database? What is similarity search?
Content: Hands-on session on building a RAG using Langchain and vector database. Address common embedding issues.
WEEK 14 LLM Orchestration: 3/3
Dealing with structured database with Langchain. How to write your pre/post processor? Connecting your LLM to GUI.
Content: Hands-on session on using Langchain and structured data. How to extend Langchain. Building a simple GUI for your virtual assistant (e.g. streamlit).
Module 6 ┊ Capstone Project
WEEK 15 Capstone Project: 1/4
Picking your problem statement. Defining deliverables and acceptance criteria. Prepare solution architecture, model selection
WEEK 16 Capstone Project: 2/4
Preparing data, decide how to improve the performance (fine-tuning vs prompt engineering). Data pipeline design and implementation.
WEEK 17 Capstone Project: 3/4
Baseline your LLM’s performance, improve prompt template. Resolve known issues.
WEEK 18 Capstone Project: 4/4
Prepare terraform for the solution. Deploying to Cloud. Troubleshooting.
Still have questions? WhatsApp Us here or email at course@venturenixlab.com
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
A1: To enroll in this course, you should have a general understanding of IT concepts, such as the difference between front-end and back-end development. A basic familiarity with programming concepts like loops and for loops is also recommended. While knowledge of Python is a significant advantage, it is not a strict requirement for this course.
A2: Studying this course is beneficial even if you're not planning a career in IT. The skill of developing generative AI use-cases is rare and highly valued in the market. By understanding how to integrate AI into business, you can significantly enhance your value in various job markets. The course also prepares you for the upcoming trend of innovation within various business sectors.
A5: If you aspire to become a Business Analyst, studying a course in generative AI is highly beneficial as it equips you with cutting-edge data analysis tools and techniques essential for identifying and solving complex business problems. This knowledge enhances your ability to improve performance, lower operation costs, increase project ROI, and make effective decisions. Furthermore, understanding generative AI fosters better team collaboration and risk management, crucial skills for any business analyst aiming to drive success and growth in an organization.
A6: The skill of “Can build a generative AI use case for own business/ company usage” will be very rare and hot in the market in the near future.
If they know the business insight and can develop an AI tools into business use, will be very valuable
“Innovate within the department” will come soon
BA that don’t know coding will start to lose their value.
A8: The ideal candidates for this course are those interested in understanding how AI can be integrated into business practices. This course is suitable for individuals from any industry who wish to gain insights into AI applications in business contexts.
Still have a question? WhatsApp us or email at course@venturenixlab.com
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
A1: To enroll in this course, you should have a general understanding of IT concepts, such as the difference between front-end and back-end development. A basic familiarity with programming concepts like loops and for loops is also recommended. While knowledge of Python is a significant advantage, it is not a strict requirement for this course.
A2: Studying this course is beneficial even if you're not planning a career in IT. The skill of developing generative AI use-cases is rare and highly valued in the market. By understanding how to integrate AI into business, you can significantly enhance your value in various job markets. The course also prepares you for the upcoming trend of innovation within various business sectors.
A5: If you aspire to become a Business Analyst, studying a course in generative AI is highly beneficial as it equips you with cutting-edge data analysis tools and techniques essential for identifying and solving complex business problems. This knowledge enhances your ability to improve performance, lower operation costs, increase project ROI, and make effective decisions. Furthermore, understanding generative AI fosters better team collaboration and risk management, crucial skills for any business analyst aiming to drive success and growth in an organization.
A6: The skill of “Can build a generative AI use case for own business/ company usage” will be very rare and hot in the market in the near future.
If they know the business insight and can develop an AI tools into business use, will be very valuable
“Innovate within the department” will come soon
BA that don’t know coding will start to lose their value.
A8: The ideal candidates for this course are those interested in understanding how AI can be integrated into business practices. This course is suitable for individuals from any industry who wish to gain insights into AI applications in business contexts.
Still have a question? WhatsApp Us here or email at course@venturenixlab.com