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Decoding Large Language Models

You're reading from   Decoding Large Language Models An exhaustive guide to understanding, implementing, and optimizing LLMs for NLP applications

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Product type Paperback
Published in Oct 2024
Publisher Packt
ISBN-13 9781835084656
Length 396 pages
Edition 1st Edition
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Irena Cronin Irena Cronin
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Table of Contents (22) Chapters Close

Preface 1. Part 1: The Foundations of Large Language Models (LLMs)
2. Chapter 1: LLM Architecture FREE CHAPTER 3. Chapter 2: How LLMs Make Decisions 4. Part 2: Mastering LLM Development
5. Chapter 3: The Mechanics of Training LLMs 6. Chapter 4: Advanced Training Strategies 7. Chapter 5: Fine-Tuning LLMs for Specific Applications 8. Chapter 6: Testing and Evaluating LLMs 9. Part 3: Deployment and Enhancing LLM Performance
10. Chapter 7: Deploying LLMs in Production 11. Chapter 8: Strategies for Integrating LLMs 12. Chapter 9: Optimization Techniques for Performance 13. Chapter 10: Advanced Optimization and Efficiency 14. Part 4: Issues, Practical Insights, and Preparing for the Future
15. Chapter 11: LLM Vulnerabilities, Biases, and Legal Implications 16. Chapter 12: Case Studies – Business Applications and ROI 17. Chapter 13: The Ecosystem of LLM Tools and Frameworks 18. Chapter 14: Preparing for GPT-5 and Beyond 19. Chapter 15: Conclusion and Looking Forward 20. Index 21. Other Books You May Enjoy

Integrating LLMs with existing software stacks

Integrating LLMs with existing software stacks is an important step for businesses and developers looking to leverage the power of advanced NLP within their current technological ecosystem. This integration process typically involves several key considerations:

  • Assessment of requirements: Understanding the specific needs of the business or application is crucial. This includes determining what tasks the LLM will perform, such as text generation, sentiment analysis, or language translation.
  • Choosing the right LLM: Depending on the requirements, a suitable LLM should be chosen. For example, GPT-4 might be chosen for its text generation capabilities, while BERT might be preferred for its performance in understanding context in search queries.
  • APIs and integration points: Most LLMs provide APIs that are the primary means of integration with existing software stacks. These APIs allow the LLM to communicate with other systems...
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