GenAI Model Development and Production Engineering
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GenAI Model Development and Production Engineering
This course is part of GenAI Data and Analytics Academy Specialization
Instructors: Ritesh Vajariya
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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.
Skills you'll gain
- Continuous Monitoring
- Job Evaluation
- Transfer Learning
- Enterprise Application Management
- Scalability
- MLOps (Machine Learning Operations)
- Model Optimization
- Generative AI Agents
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Process Optimization
- Fine-tuning
- Infrastructure Architecture
- Continuous Deployment
- Automation
- Containerization
- Large Language Modeling
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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 videos•Total 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 readings•Total 20 minutes
- Welcome to the Course: Course Overview•5 minutes
- A Survey of Generative Artificial Intelligence•5 minutes
- A Brief Survey of Large Language Models•5 minutes
- Generative AI Use Cases: A Primer•5 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
- GenAI Foundations•30 minutes
3 peer reviews•Total 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 prompts•Total 15 minutes
- Identifying High-Impact GenAI Opportunities in Your Organization•5 minutes
- Strategic LLM Selection and Trade-Off Analysis for Enterprise Use Cases•5 minutes
- Identifying Quick Wins and Strategic Bets for GenAI Implementation•5 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 videos•Total 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 readings•Total 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-Tuning•5 minutes
1 assignment•Total 20 minutes
- GenAI Model Development •20 minutes
3 peer reviews•Total 30 minutes
- Hands-On-Learning: Fine-Tuning Basics•10 minutes
- Hands-On-Learning: Advanced Fine-tuning•10 minutes
- Hands-On-Learning: Fine-Tuning for Support•10 minutes
3 discussion prompts•Total 15 minutes
- Choosing Fine-Tuning vs. Alternatives for Domain-Specific AI Solutions•5 minutes
- Designing Efficient Advanced Fine-Tuning Strategies for Complex Domains•5 minutes
- Fine-Tuning Support Models for Privacy Consistency and Empathy•5 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 videos•Total 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 readings•Total 20 minutes
- Putting Large Models in Production•5 minutes
- Comprehensive Guide to LLM Monitoring•5 minutes
- Customer Support Chatbot•5 minutes
- Generative AI in Healthcare, Finance, and More •5 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
- Production Engineering•30 minutes
4 peer reviews•Total 40 minutes
- Hands-On-Learning: Deployment•10 minutes
- Hands-On-Learning: Monitoring and Maintenance•10 minutes
- Hands-On-Learning: Support System Deployment•10 minutes
- Hands-On-Learning: Alternative GenAI Implementation Techniques•10 minutes
4 discussion prompts•Total 20 minutes
- Evaluating GenAI Deployment Topologies for Cost Control and Scalability•5 minutes
- Addressing Monitoring Challenges in GenAI Systems•5 minutes
- Architecting Hybrid Workflows for AI-Driven Customer Support•5 minutes
- Prioritizing GenAI Use Cases and Implementation Approaches•5 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 videos•Total 28 minutes
- Future Technology Landscape Analysis •5 minutes
- Industry Impact Assessment Framework •4 minutes
- Emerging Tools Implementation Guide•15 minutes
- Technology Adoption Strategy Design •4 minutes
1 reading•Total 5 minutes
- Emerging Trends in Generative AI •5 minutes
1 assignment•Total 6 minutes
- Future Trends •6 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 5 minutes
- Adopting Transformative GenAI Technologies in Your Industry•5 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 video•Total 5 minutes
- Course Conclusion •5 minutes
1 peer review•Total 60 minutes
- Project: GenAI Production Deployment Challenge •60 minutes
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