Generative AI Bootcamp

Introduction to Generative AI & Large Language Models (LLMs)

• What is Generative AI? How does it differ from traditional AI?

• Evolution of GenAI: From rule-based systems to deep learning

• Overview of Neural Networks, Transformers, and Diffusion Models

• Introduction to Large Language Models (LLMs): GPT, LLaMA, Falcon

• Basics of Tokenization, Embeddings, and Attention Mechanisms

• Hands-on: Running a simple text-generation model (GPT-2/3 via Hugging Face)

Working with LLMs & APIs

• Pre-training vs. Fine-tuning vs. Instruction-tuning

• Overview of OpenAI API, Hugging Face Transformers

• Exploring pre-trained models and fine-tuning

• Prompt Engineering: Basics & Best Practices

• Hands-on: Building a chatbot using OpenAI API & Hugging Face

Fine-Tuning LLMs & Building Intelligent Agents

• Difference between fine-tuning and prompt engineering

• Transfer Learning: LoRA, PEFT for adapting AI models

• Dataset preparation for fine-tuning LLMs

• Hands-on: Fine-tune an LLM on a custom dataset (Google Colab)

Personal Branding - Freelancing Basics

• Introduction to freelancing in AI

• How to position yourself as a GenAI specialist

• Finding high-paying projects on Upwork, Fiverr, and Toptal

AI for Text & Code Generation

• Fundamentals of Encoder Decoder Models

• How Code LLMs (Codex, StarCoder, CodeLLaMA) work

• Hands-on: Training a custom text generation model & automating Python script generation

Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) & Knowledge-Based AI

• Concept of RAG and how it enhances LLMs

• Working with FAISS for document retrieval

• Hands-on: Implementing a Q&A chatbot with RAG using Pinecone/ChromaDB

Voice AI - Part 1 (Foundations & Use Cases)

• What is Voice AI? Market opportunities & use cases

• Understanding voice platforms: VAPI, Bland, Retell

• AI-generated speech: Text-to-Speech (TTS), Speech-to-Text (STT)

• Hands-on: Build your first voice assistant with a basic knowledge base

• Project: Create a voice assistant that answers FAQs for a chosen niche

AI for Image & Audio Generation

• Introduction to GANs & Diffusion Models (Stable Diffusion, MidJourney API)

• AI-generated speech tools: Whisper, ElevenLabs, Bark AI

• Hands-on: Generate AI-based images & create an AI voice generator

Personal Branding - Freelancing in AI (Advanced)

• How to pitch AI projects to clients

• Case study: How freelancers earn with AI-powered chatbots

• Setting up an AI service agency

• Portfolio building & landing AI gigs

Voice AI - Part 2 (Automation & Monetization)

• Advanced automation for Voice AI using Make & Airtable

• Integrating AI assistants into customer workflows

• Hands-on: Design an automation workflow (e.g., automating customer follow-ups)

AI Monetization & Business Models

• Differentiating between Generative AI & classic AI

• Identifying AI business niches & revenue models

• Pricing models & strategies for AI services

• Activity: Present a niche, offer, and pricing strategy proposal

Voice AI - Part 3 (Automation & Monetization)

• Advanced automation for Voice AI using Make & Airtable

• Integrating AI assistants into customer workflows

• Project: Automate responses for a voice assistant

Personal Branding - LinkedIn for AI Professionals

• Optimizing your LinkedIn profile for AI jobs

• How to showcase AI projects & attract recruiters

• Writing AI-related case studies & posts

Deploying AI Models & AI in Business

• Best practices for deploying AI models (Cloud, FastAPI, Gradio)

• AI’s impact across industries (Finance, Healthcare, E-commerce, etc.)

• Ethical AI & responsible AI practices

• Hands-on: Deploy an AI chatbot with FastAPI

Final Capstone Project  Presentations

• Choose a real-world AI problem

• Develop & present a working AI-powered solution