Course

Under the Hood: A Non-Technical Manager's Guide to the Tech Behind Generative A

Ended Aug 5, 2024

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Full course description

Date: August 5, 2024
Format: Instructor led Virtual Workshop (1 of a four-part series.)
Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm (EDT) (with one hour lunch) 
Instructor: Tim Valcenti

Understand the differences between classic machine learning and modern generative AI, when to use each, and demystify their black box nature; overview of various use cases of AI (along with some dangerous pitfalls made by big companies); understand - without doing any math - how ChatGPT was trained, on what data, and why now. 

Key Takeaways: 

Distinguishing AI Types: Learn the differences between classic machine learning and modern generative AI, including when to use each type effectively. 

Practical Use Cases: Gain an overview of various AI applications and understand the potential pitfalls, illustrated by mistakes made by big companies. 

ChatGPT Insights: Understand how ChatGPT was trained, the data it uses, and the reasons for its development.


Prerequisites: Google Drive Account to access Teacheable Machine, ChatGPT, Anthropic (free), and Google Gemini accounts (free)

Module 1: Introduction to Generative AI  
Module 2: Playing With AI Models (hands-on)
Module 3: How an LLM and ChatGPT works 
Module 4: Hands-On LLMs (hands-on)