Generative AI Foundations in Python: Discover key techniques and navigate modern challenges in LLMs

Carlos Rodriguez

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Paperback Jul 2024 190 pages 1st Edition

Carlos Rodriguez

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Gain expertise in prompt engineering, LLM fine-tuning, and domain adaptation
Use transformers-based LLMs and diffusion models to implement AI applications
Discover strategies to optimize model performance, address ethical considerations, and build trust in AI systems
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The intricacies and breadth of generative AI (GenAI) and large language models can sometimes eclipse their practical application. It is pivotal to understand the foundational concepts needed to implement generative AI. This guide explains the core concepts behind -of-the-art generative models by combining theory and hands-on application. Generative AI Foundations in Python begins by laying a foundational understanding, presenting the fundamentals of generative LLMs and their historical evolution, while also setting the stage for deeper exploration. You’ll also understand how to apply generative LLMs in real-world applications. The book cuts through the complexity and offers actionable guidance on deploying and fine-tuning pre-trained language models with Python. Later, you’ll delve into topics such as task-specific fine-tuning, domain adaptation, prompt engineering, quantitative evaluation, and responsible AI, focusing on how to effectively and responsibly use generative LLMs. By the end of this book, you’ll be well-versed in applying generative AI capabilities to real-world problems, confidently navigating its enormous potential ethically and responsibly.

Who is this book for?

This book is for developers, data scientists, and machine learning engineers embarking on projects driven by generative AI. A general understanding of machine learning and deep learning, as well as some proficiency with Python, is expected.

What you will learn

Discover the fundamentals of GenAI and its foundations in NLP
Dissect foundational generative architectures including GANs, transformers, and diffusion models
Find out how to fine-tune LLMs for specific NLP tasks
Understand transfer learning and fine-tuning to facilitate domain adaptation, including fields such as finance
Explore prompt engineering, including in-context learning, templatization, and rationalization through chain-of-thought and RAG
Implement responsible practices with generative LLMs to minimize bias, toxicity, and other harmful outputs

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Steven Fernandes Aug 06, 2024

The book offers a deep dive into the foundations of Generative AI, particularly its roots in natural language processing. The book provides a thorough analysis of key generative architectures like GANs, transformers, and diffusion models. It guides readers on how to fine-tune large language models for specialized natural language processing tasks and adapt them for domains such as finance through transfer learning. With a focus on prompt engineering, it explores advanced techniques like in-context learning and chain-of-thought reasoning. The text emphasizes the importance of responsible AI practices to curb bias and toxicity in model outputs, making it a valuable resource for developers and researchers in AI.

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Om S Aug 07, 2024

As someone keen on exploring generative AI, I picked up Carlos Rodriguez's "Generative AI Foundations in Python." The book starts by laying the foundational concepts of generative AI and large language models (LLMs), providing a solid base for beginners.I found the explanations of GANs, transformers, and diffusion models particularly insightful. The author delves into fine-tuning LLMs for specific tasks, transfer learning, and domain adaptation, making these advanced topics approachable. Practical tutorials guide you through real-world applications, helping you understand how to deploy and fine-tune pre-trained models using Python.The emphasis on responsible AI practices is commendable, addressing how to minimize bias and harmful outputs. The book also covers prompt engineering techniques, like in-context learning and templatization, which are crucial for optimizing AI performance.Pros:Comprehensive introduction to generative AI and LLMs.Practical, hands-on tutorials.Emphasis on responsible AI practices.Cons:Assumes some knowledge of machine learning and Python.Dense content may require multiple readings.Focuses mainly on transformers and diffusion models.

Sarbjit Singh Hanjra Sep 26, 2024

"Generative AI Foundations in Python" by Carlos Rodriguez is an excellent, concise introduction to the exciting world of generative AI. This small book makes it easy to quickly grasp the most important concepts of generative AI without feeling overwhelmed. It guides readers through both the basics and advanced topics in a clear and simple way.Rodriguez explains what generative AI is and how it differs from other AI models, giving an insightful look at its evolution and future, along with practical real-life applications.One of the best features is its hands-on approach. The chapters on GANs, transformers, and diffusers show how these AI models can be used for tasks like image generation and natural language processing. The book includes practical projects to practice fine-tuning models and prompt engineering, making it great for gaining real-world experience.It also covers essential ethical considerations like minimizing bias and ensuring responsible AI. Overall, this book is perfect for anyone—whether a beginner or experienced—who wants to quickly and effectively learn the key concepts of generative AI.

Paul Pollock Oct 14, 2024

"Generative AI Foundations in Python" by Carlos Rodriguez is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the basics and the intricacies of Generative AI. Carlos does an excellent job making complex concepts—like GANs, transformers, and diffusion models—accessible to readers without sacrificing depth. I particularly enjoyed the practical examples and hands-on coding exercises that make the learning process engaging and relevant.The book also dives into the ethical considerations of AI, which is crucial in today's landscape. Whether you're a data science professional or just curious about AI, this book serves as a great resource to deepen your knowledge and skills.

Matt Eland Oct 01, 2024

This book covers not only the concepts of generative AI, but the key approaches behind it. If you want to move beyond the basic overview and see the next level down to the specific components that make up these solutions, this will be a good book for you.The book covers transformers, GANs, diffusers, model evaluation, fine tuning approaches such as PEFT and LoRA, prompt engineering and RAG with LlamaIndex, and even some ethical concerns regarding these technologies.This is a shorter book that doesn't linger too long on any specific area, so it will likely disappoint you if you're looking to get deeper with something specific. However, what this book does very well at is identifying things for you to research further and dig deeper into if they match your needs.

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