Practical Generative AI: From Concept to Deployment

This book is a comprehensive guide that immerses you into the world of building and deploying AI-powered solutions. You are introduced to the core architecture of LLMs and equipped with essential Best Data Practices (BDPs) for utilizing Generative AI responsibly, ensuring ethical and efficient AI deployment. The book starts with the foundational aspects of Generative AI application development. You will learn the nuances of data handling in Generative AI apps, from working with embeddings to managing unstructured and structured data, and handling Personally Identifiable Information (PII) data. The exploration extends to understanding the differences between deterministic and LLM-based data synthesis and integrating Generative AI apps with enterprise data, providing you with practical insights into leveraging data effectively for intelligent applications. A chapter on prompt engineering explains the importance of prompts in AI interactions, covering a spectrum of techniques and pitfalls while offering exercises to enhance prompt engineering skills. As you progress through the book, you take a journey from conceptualization to production and deployment of Generative AI applications. You discover the essentials of Generative AI application development, gain insights into the pathway from ideation to production, and explore the intricacies of LLM selection and fine-tuning. The book equips you with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complex terrain of AI development and deployment, making it an indispensable resource for AI enthusiasts, developers, and business leaders alike. What You Will Learn Know the core architecture of LLMs and how these models have revolutionized AI applications Handle various data types, including unstructured, structured, and personally identifiable information (PII) data in Generative AI applications Understand prompt engineering and its importance in AI interactions and applications Understand modular design of Generative AI apps, essential backend and frontend components, and the unique principles guiding Generative AI app design Who This Book Is For From AI enthusiasts exploring the field to software developers seeking practical insights, and business leaders looking to harness the power of AI for organizational growth and innovation