Introduction to Language Models
Master the fundamentals of language models through hands-on exploration of core concepts, mathematical foundations, and practical implementations. By the end of this course, you'll understand how systems like GPT and Claude actually work under the hood.
What You'll Learn
- • Core concepts of language modeling and tokenization
- • Neural network fundamentals and architectures
- • Attention mechanisms and transformer architecture
- • Training processes and optimization techniques
- • Real-world applications and limitations
Prerequisites
- • Basic programming knowledge (any language)
- • High school mathematics (algebra, basic calculus)
- • Curiosity about how AI systems work
- • No ML experience required - we start from basics
Course Outline & Time Estimates
Introduction
Welcome to the world of modern AI. Every time you use ChatG...
Prerequisites and Preparation
Chapter 0: Essential Terminology Guide
*Your reference for all technical terms used throughout thi...
Chapter 1: From Words to Numbers
The fundamental challenge in AI is elegantly simple: comput...
Chapter 2: The Vector Space Concept
Imagine meaning as a vast, multi-dimensional space where ev...
Chapter 3: How Models Process Language
Chapter 4: Transformer Architecture Deep Dive
> **Why understanding transformers matters:** Transformers ...
Chapter 5: Advanced Embedding Techniques
Chapter 6: Vector Databases and Search - The Infrastructure of AI Applications
Understanding vector databases is crucial because they solv...
Chapter 7: Training Deep Dive
Understanding how modern language models are trained helps ...
Chapter 8: Evaluation and Quality Metrics
Evaluating AI models requires understanding multiple types ...
Chapter 9: Building Production Systems
Building production AI systems involves challenges far beyo...
Chapter 10: Best Practices
Chapter 11: Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
Understanding common failures helps you avoid expensive mis...
Conclusion: Your Journey in the AI-Powered Future
You've completed a comprehensive journey through the world ...
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