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NITA AccreditedIntermediatePhysical + Virtual5 daysTOIT948

Training on Introduction to Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs)

Introduction to generative AI and LLMs covering architecture, capabilities, and applications. Learn to use and integrate LLMs effectively.

Next intake

20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru

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Duration

5 days

Live instruction

Delivery

Physical + Virtual

Cohort based

Level

Intermediate

Working professionals

Certification

NITA reimbursable

For Kenyan cohorts

Language

English

All materials

Overview

About this programme

This course provides an introduction to generative AI and large language models, covering their architecture, capabilities, and applications. Participants will understand how LLMs work, how to use them effectively, and how to integrate them into business processes.

Who Should Attend:

  • AI and ML practitioners and enthusiasts
  • Software developers and engineers
  • IT professionals and system architects
  • Business analysts and innovation leads
  • Product managers and tech leaders
Learning outcomes

What you'll walk away with

  • To provide an introduction to generative AI and LLMs
  • To enable participants to use LLMs effectively
  • To equip participants with practical generative AI skills
  • To build foundation for generative AI adoption
Course modules

What we cover, module by module

Module 1: Introduction to Generative AI

  • Understanding generative AI and its evolution
  • Generative models: GANs, VAEs, and transformers
  • Capabilities and limitations of generative AI
  • Generative AI applications across industries
  • Ethical considerations in generative AI
  • Case Study: Exploring generative AI applications

Module 2: Large Language Models (LLMs) Fundamentals

  • Understanding LLMs and transformer architecture
  • Key LLMs: GPT, BERT, LLaMA, Claude, and others
  • LLM training: pre-training and fine-tuning
  • LLM capabilities: text generation, summarization, translation
  • Measuring LLM performance and quality
  • Case Study: Comparing LLM capabilities

Module 3: Working with LLMs: APIs and Tools

  • Accessing LLMs via APIs: OpenAI, Anthropic, Google
  • LLM tools and platforms: LangChain, Hugging Face
  • Building applications with LLMs
  • LLM integration best practices
  • Cost and performance considerations
  • Case Study: Building a simple LLM-powered application

Module 4: Advanced LLM Techniques

  • Retrieval-augmented generation (RAG)
  • Fine-tuning LLMs for specific domains
  • LLM evaluation and bias mitigation
  • LLM security and safety considerations
  • LLM scaling and deployment strategies
  • Case Study: Implementing RAG for a domain-specific application

Module 5: Generative AI and LLM Applications

  • Generative AI for content creation
  • LLMs for customer service and chatbots
  • LLMs for code generation and software development
  • LLMs for research and knowledge management
  • Future trends and emerging applications
  • Case Study: Designing a generative AI solution for a business need
Impact

Where the change lands

Individual Impacts:

  • Understanding of generative AI and LLM concepts
  • Skills in using LLMs effectively
  • Knowledge of integrating LLMs into applications
  • Foundation for advanced generative AI development

Course Objectives:

  • To provide an introduction to generative AI and LLMs
  • To enable participants to use LLMs effectively
  • To equip participants with practical generative AI skills
  • To build foundation for generative AI adoption

Dates and locations

Upcoming intakes

Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.

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FAQs

Common questions.

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Foundational knowledge of AI and machine learning concepts is helpful but not required. This course provides an introduction to generative AI and LLMs.

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For corporate teams

Training 10+ professionals?

We deliver Training on Introduction to Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) in-house at your offices, at a venue we arrange, or fully virtual. Customise the curriculum against your KPIs, and get a bespoke price for the cohort size you need.