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GenAI Model Development and Production Engineering

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GenAI Model Development and Production Engineering

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Execute advanced fine-tuning workflows including LoRA optimization and domain-specific model customization.

  • Implement enterprise-scale deployment strategies with containerization, monitoring, and infrastructure automation.

  • Construct comprehensive production monitoring and maintenance protocols with automated alerting and performance tracking.

  • Apply advanced optimization techniques including caching, edge deployment, hybrid routing, and emerging technology adoption strategies.

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There are 5 modules in this course

Frustrated with AI models that can't understand your specific domain or scale beyond demo environments? Most organizations struggle to transform promising AI prototypes into robust, production-ready systems that deliver consistent value under real-world enterprise demands, leaving breakthrough potential unrealized.

This comprehensive production engineering course transforms you into a complete GenAI specialist who can fine-tune foundation models for specialized domains, architect bulletproof deployment infrastructure, and maintain AI systems that scale reliably to millions of users. You'll master advanced fine-tuning techniques including parameter-efficient methods like LoRA, implement enterprise-grade deployment strategies with comprehensive monitoring and automated maintenance, and build production systems with advanced optimization techniques including semantic caching, hybrid routing, and edge deployment strategies. This course is designed for professionals engineering AI systems at scale, including ML engineers focused on production-ready models, DevOps engineers managing AI deployments, platform engineers building robust infrastructure, and technical architects designing end-to-end scalable AI solutions. Whether you're optimizing model throughput or managing cross-platform reliability, this course supports your role in delivering high-performance GenAI systems in enterprise environments. Participants should have completed foundational courses in generative AI, data engineering, and AI agent development. Proficiency in advanced Python programming and experience with ML frameworks are essential. Learners are expected to have hands-on familiarity with cloud platforms, containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes, and a solid understanding of model training, evaluation, and production system architecture. By the end of this course, learners will be able to execute advanced fine-tuning workflows including LoRA and domain-specific model adaptations. They will implement enterprise-grade deployment strategies with automation, monitoring, and container orchestration. Additionally, learners will construct robust production monitoring systems with real-time alerting and apply advanced optimization methods such as caching, hybrid routing, and edge deployment for scalable, resilient AI system performance.

In this module, you’ll learn how to design and build robust GenAI applications by exploring the core architecture and components of modern AI systems. You’ll set up a professional development environment—configuring SDKs, tooling, and data pipelines—and examine real-world enterprise implementations to see how organizations leverage GenAI for competitive advantage. Through expert-led walkthroughs, hands-on setup exercises, and case-study analyses, you’ll gain the skills to deploy scalable, production-ready generative AI solutions.

What's included

13 videos4 readings1 assignment3 peer reviews3 discussion prompts

13 videosTotal 68 minutes
  • Course Introduction 4 minutes
  • Generative AI Impact on Engineering 5 minutes
  • Fundamentals of Generative AI Systems Architecture 3 minutes
  • Setting Up GenAI Development Environments: Local & Cloud 12 minutes
  • Enterprise Implementation Success Stories 5 minutes
  • LLM Components and Core Mechanics 5 minutes
  • Enterprise LLM Model Comparison 3 minutes
  • LLM Integration and API Setup 6 minutes
  • Strategic Model Selection Framework 3 minutes
  • Enterprise GenAI Application Matrix 5 minutes
  • Industry-Specific Solution Architecture 4 minutes
  • Support Assistant System Design 8 minutes
  • ROI Measurement and Metrics 4 minutes
4 readingsTotal 20 minutes
  • Welcome to the Course: Course Overview5 minutes
  • A Survey of Generative Artificial Intelligence5 minutes
  • A Brief Survey of Large Language Models5 minutes
  • Generative AI Use Cases: A Primer5 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes
  • GenAI Foundations30 minutes
3 peer reviewsTotal 30 minutes
  • Hands-On-Learning: Introduction to Generative AI 10 minutes
  • Hands-On-Learning: LLM Integration and API Setup 10 minutes
  • Hands-On-Learning: Support Assistant System Design 10 minutes
3 discussion promptsTotal 15 minutes
  • Identifying High-Impact GenAI Opportunities in Your Organization5 minutes
  • Strategic LLM Selection and Trade-Off Analysis for Enterprise Use Cases5 minutes
  • Identifying Quick Wins and Strategic Bets for GenAI Implementation5 minutes

In this module, you’ll learn to fine-tune GenAI models for specialized business needs, with a focus on customer support. You’ll build end-to-end workflows—from preparing data to optimizing model performance—and implement evaluation frameworks that ensure reliability. Through hands-on labs and expert-led demos, you’ll gain the skills to create custom models that outperform generic solutions in real-world applications.

What's included

12 videos3 readings1 assignment3 peer reviews3 discussion prompts

12 videosTotal 77 minutes
  • Model Fine-tuning Core Concepts 4 minutes
  • Training Data Preparation Guide 4 minutes
  • Basic Fine-Tuning Implementation Process 14 minutes
  • Model Testing Evaluation Framework 4 minutes
  • Advanced Fine-tuning Strategy Design 5 minutes
  • Performance Metric Analysis Framework 4 minutes
  • Advanced Fine-tuning Implementation Guide 13 minutes
  • Model Iteration Process Framework 4 minutes
  • Support Data Preparation Strategy 6 minutes
  • Support Model Training Framework 4 minutes
  • Support Model Implementation Guide 11 minutes
  • Quality Control Testing Protocol 4 minutes
3 readingsTotal 15 minutes
  • A Survey on Fine-Tuning of Pretrained Language Models 5 minutes
  • Parameter-Efficient Fine-Tuning of LLMs: A Survey 5 minutes
  • Ultimate Guide to Fine-Tuning5 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 20 minutes
  • GenAI Model Development 20 minutes
3 peer reviewsTotal 30 minutes
  • Hands-On-Learning: Fine-Tuning Basics10 minutes
  • Hands-On-Learning: Advanced Fine-tuning10 minutes
  • Hands-On-Learning: Fine-Tuning for Support10 minutes
3 discussion promptsTotal 15 minutes
  • Choosing Fine-Tuning vs. Alternatives for Domain-Specific AI Solutions5 minutes
  • Designing Efficient Advanced Fine-Tuning Strategies for Complex Domains5 minutes
  • Fine-Tuning Support Models for Privacy Consistency and Empathy5 minutes

In this module, you’ll learn how to deploy, monitor, and maintain enterprise-grade GenAI systems at scale. You’ll design robust infrastructure, implement real-time monitoring and alerting, and automate maintenance workflows to ensure long-term reliability. Through hands-on labs and real-world scenarios, you’ll develop the skills to support high-performance, customer-ready AI applications that evolve over time.

What's included

16 videos4 readings1 assignment4 peer reviews4 discussion prompts

16 videosTotal 96 minutes
  • Production Deployment Strategy Design 4 minutes
  • Infrastructure Requirements Planning Framework 4 minutes
  • Production Deployment Implementation Guide 14 minutes
  • Deployment Best Practices Protocol 4 minutes
  • System Monitoring Strategy Design 5 minutes
  • Performance Metrics Analysis Framework 4 minutes
  • Monitoring Tools Implementation Guide 10 minutes
  • Maintenance Protocol Development Framework 4 minutes
  • Support Architecture Planning Guide 5 minutes
  • Integration Strategy Development Framework 4 minutes
  • Support System Implementation Guide 8 minutes
  • Performance Testing Protocol Design 4 minutes
  • Content Generation System Design 5 minutes
  • Code Assistant Implementation Guide 4 minutes
  • Alternative Implementation Techniques Guide 10 minutes
  • Use Case Selection Framework 5 minutes
4 readingsTotal 20 minutes
  • Putting Large Models in Production5 minutes
  • Comprehensive Guide to LLM Monitoring5 minutes
  • Customer Support Chatbot5 minutes
  • Generative AI in Healthcare, Finance, and More 5 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes
  • Production Engineering30 minutes
4 peer reviewsTotal 40 minutes
  • Hands-On-Learning: Deployment10 minutes
  • Hands-On-Learning: Monitoring and Maintenance10 minutes
  • Hands-On-Learning: Support System Deployment10 minutes
  • Hands-On-Learning: Alternative GenAI Implementation Techniques10 minutes
4 discussion promptsTotal 20 minutes
  • Evaluating GenAI Deployment Topologies for Cost Control and Scalability5 minutes
  • Addressing Monitoring Challenges in GenAI Systems5 minutes
  • Architecting Hybrid Workflows for AI-Driven Customer Support5 minutes
  • Prioritizing GenAI Use Cases and Implementation Approaches5 minutes

In this module, you’ll explore the evolving GenAI landscape, analyze emerging technologies and industry shifts, and learn to craft strategic adoption plans. Through expert insights and hands-on exposure to cutting-edge tools, you’ll gain the foresight and frameworks needed to evaluate, prioritize, and integrate new GenAI innovations in dynamic business environments.

What's included

4 videos1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt

4 videosTotal 28 minutes
  • Future Technology Landscape Analysis 5 minutes
  • Industry Impact Assessment Framework 4 minutes
  • Emerging Tools Implementation Guide15 minutes
  • Technology Adoption Strategy Design 4 minutes
1 readingTotal 5 minutes
  • Emerging Trends in Generative AI 5 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 6 minutes
  • Future Trends 6 minutes
1 discussion promptTotal 5 minutes
  • Adopting Transformative GenAI Technologies in Your Industry5 minutes

In this final module, you’ll synthesize your learning across model development and production engineering, and explore strategic pathways for advancing your GenAI career. You’ll gain insights into emerging roles, specialized fields, and ongoing learning opportunities that position you as a leader in enterprise AI deployment.

What's included

1 video1 peer review

1 videoTotal 5 minutes
  • Course Conclusion 5 minutes
1 peer reviewTotal 60 minutes
  • Project: GenAI Production Deployment Challenge 60 minutes

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