generative-ai-for-beginners
21 Lessons for Getting Started with Generative AI
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Decision brief
A guide for beginners interested in learning foundational aspects of generative AI through practical lessons, covering topics like language models, transformers, and prompt engineering.
Good fit when
- You need a beginner-friendly curriculum to understand basics of generative AI using modern tools like transformers.
- Looking to start building simple projects with chatbots or text generators without complex setup.
Avoid when
- Seeking advanced training or deep-dive into the mathematical foundations behind generative models.
- Require tools that support real-time deployment of generative AI systems in production environments.
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Overview
This repository provides introductory lessons and resources aimed at beginners interested in learning about generative artificial intelligence technologies, particularly through the use of language models and transformers.
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I concept or "Build" lessons that explain a concept and code examples in both **Python** and **TypeScript** when possible.Source link
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🌱 Getting Started
This course has 21 lessons. Each lesson covers its own topic so start wherever you like!
Lessons are labeled either "Learn" lessons explaining a Generative AI concept or "Build" lessons that explain a concept and code examples in both Python and TypeScript when possible.
For .NET Developers checkout Generative AI for Beginners (.NET Edition)!
Each lesson also includes a "Keep Learning" section with additional learning tools.
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This page has a .md twin and JSON over the API.