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
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Intermediate
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
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
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
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
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.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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