Lecture Notes: Learning AI from NVIDIA

Introduction

• Discussion on the most powerful AI company among OpenAI, Google, Meta, and whether it might be none of them.
• Importance of NVIDIA's CPUs in training AI models.

Learning AI through NVIDIA

• NVIDIA offers various courses, mostly free, to learn AI essentials.
  • Some paid courses also available.

Free Courses

1. Generative AI Explained

   • No programming knowledge required.
   • Covers:
     • Definition of Generative AI.
     • Applications such as DALL-E and ChatGPT.
     • Underlying technologies: Neural Networks and Deep Learning.
   • Outcome: Understanding the capabilities of Generative AI and its industry impact.

2. Augment Your LLM Using Retrieval Augmented Generation

   • Focuses on refining large language models like GPT using RAG.
   • RAG Components:
     • Retrieval: Finding relevant information.
     • Augmented: Improving AI knowledge with retrieved info.
     • Generation: Creating new content using this knowledge.
   • Helps reduce hallucinations in AI responses.

3. Introduction to CUDA

   • Teaches parallel processing with NVIDIA's GPUs.
   • Key Concept:
     • Parallel processing: Thousands of cores executing tasks simultaneously for efficient model training.
   • Outcome: Learn to write parallel CUDA kernels and manage memory.

4. Prompt Engineering with LAMA 2

   • Focuses on crafting effective prompts for AI models.
   • Techniques like few-shot learning are taught.

5. Deep Learning Course

   • Requires Python knowledge.
   • Covers:
     • PyTorch library.
     • Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) and their applications in image processing.
     • Topics: Transfer Learning, Natural Language Processing.

Learning Paths

• NVIDIA offers structured learning paths:
  • Foundational Learning Path: Basics of AI.
  • Generative AI and LLMs Path: In-depth study of current AI technologies.

Certification Opportunities

• Certifications available to validate skills:
  • Generative AI LLM Certification.
  • AI Infra and Operations Certificate (DevOps focus).
  • Multi-Model Gen AI Certificate (working with text, images, audio).

Conclusion

• NVIDIA's courses and certifications are valuable resources for anyone interested in entering or advancing in the AI field.
  • Links to courses and additional resources will be provided.
• Closing remarks and advice for learning programming using AI.