AI: 2-day Workshop

SSW is at the forefront of exploring the evolving field of AI for software development, actively encouraging the integration of AI into everyday work. Since the wide adoption of Generative AI, our developers have been leveraging these technologies to build better software faster, significantly boosting productivity. This workshop aims to share knowledge of these powerful modern tools, including Azure AI services, to help others achieve similar gains.

Tailored for everyday developers looking to upskill and increase their productivity with AI, this workshop provides hands-on experience with cutting-edge AI tools and techniques, while also showcasing how Azure's AI offerings can enhance and scale your AI solutions.

Agenda

Day 1: Generative AI and LLMs

• Machine Learning - How models are built and trained
• What is generative AI?
• Learn text, image, audio, and video generation
• Explore AI models: ChatGPT, DALL-E, Midjourney, Claude, Llama, and Azure OpenAI
• Prompt engineering
  • Tokens, prompt tuning, chain prompting, system prompts
  • Prompt practice
• Understanding custom GPTs
• Build a custom GPT
• Integrating with Azure Cognitive Services

Day 2: Applications of Generative AI

• GitHub Copilot and its integration with Azure DevOps
• Using the OpenAI API and Azure OpenAI Service
• Embeddings and their applications in Azure Search
• Semantic Kernel and its implementation in Azure
• Plugins, planners, semantic memory
• Demo app showcasing Azure AI integration
• Build a custom Assistant with the OpenAI API and Azure services

By the end of this intensive 2-day course, you'll have hands-on experience with the latest AI tools and techniques, including Azure AI services, enabling you to integrate these powerful technologies into your development workflow and significantly boost your productivity.

*Pricing is based on a per-person rate, and the engagement is limited to the specified event times. If you would like to arrange a workshop for your organization outside of the specified event times, please contact us. Pricing for these events will vary.