100773 - Intro to Prompt Engineering
Overview
This course dives into Generative AI (GenAI) and Prompt Engineering, providing essential skills and knowledge to excel in these advanced areas of artificial intelligence. With a balanced blend of theory and hands-on practices, you'll master core AI concepts, explore NLP fundamentals, and build tangible Large Language Model (LLM) applications that turn your ideas into reality.
Course Objectives:
- Establish a Foundation: Learn the history, key concepts, and evolution of AI, with a particular emphasis on generative AI models. Understand the basics of Natural Language Processing (NLP) and the significance of prompt engineering.
- Develop Skills: Build essential skills in prompt engineering techniques and design. Gain hands-on experience integrating prompt engineering with advanced AI models—including both open-source models (e.g., Llama 3) and proprietary models (e.g., GPT-4o)
- Apply Knowledge: Put theory into practice with dedicated modules on the practical implementation of AI solutions. Engage in hands-on coding exercises and assignments to develop LLM-powered chat-based applications, implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) techniques, and build intelligent agents.
Agenda/Schedule
All sessions are hosted virtually, with each session lasting approximately 2 hours.
- Introduction to AI and Generative AI
- Foundations of Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Prompt Engineering
- Prompt Engineering Techniques and Design
- Integrating Prompt Engineering with Models
- Practical Implementation of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
- Building and Implementing AI Agents