This is an introductory level micro-learning course that explores what large language models (LLM) are, the use cases where they can be utilized, and how you can use prompt tuning to enhance LLM performance. It also covers Google tools to help you develop your own Gen AI apps.
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Introduction to Large Language Models
This course is part of Introduction to Generative AI Learning Path Specialization
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Define Large Language Models (LLMs)
Describe LLM Use Cases
Explain Prompt Tuning
Describe Google’s Gen AI Development tools
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This module explores what large language models (LLM) are, the use cases where they can be utilized, and how you can use prompt tuning to enhance LLM performance. It also covers Google tools to help you develop your own Gen AI apps.
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Reviewed on Oct 15, 2023
I believe that John Ewald did a great job at covering the basics for absolute beginners. I will recommend others to check out the course too before diving deep into more specific topics.
Reviewed on Apr 19, 2024
Very light, but gives you a basic understanding of LLMs and how they work.
Reviewed on Jul 23, 2024
The course was very well explained with a lot of very useful information.
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