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Build AI Chatbots with Open-Source LLMs, LangChain, and Streamlit

This course will teach you to design, build, and optimize AI chatbots using transformers and RAG through hands-on projects and Streamlit UI.

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47 Lessons
4h
Updated 3 weeks ago
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LEARNING OBJECTIVES
  • An understanding of foundational principles of chatbots, including AI basics, chatbot workflows, and interface development with Streamlit
  • Hands-on experience with open-source LLMs to perform various downstream tasks
  • Working knowledge of optimizing retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) workflows using LangChain
  • The ability to develop strategies for crafting effective prompts, including structured reasoning and contextual prompts

Learning Roadmap

47 Lessons8 Quizzes

1.

Introduction to Building Chatbots

Introduction to Building Chatbots

Master chatbot development using AI, LLMs, and interactive web interfaces.

2.

Understanding Transformers

Understanding Transformers

Explore transformer models, tokenization, embeddings, and positional encoding for effective chatbot development.

3.

Understanding Large Language Models (LLMs)

Understanding Large Language Models (LLMs)

9 Lessons

9 Lessons

Explore the capabilities of large language models in enhancing chatbot functionalities.

4.

Data Collection and Preparation

Data Collection and Preparation

3 Lessons

3 Lessons

Master effective data manipulation and management for advanced chatbot development.

5.

Optimizing RAG Workflows with LangChain

Optimizing RAG Workflows with LangChain

9 Lessons

9 Lessons

Explore retrieval-augmented generation and LangChain for advanced chatbot development.

6.

Prompt Engineering and Retrieval Chains

Prompt Engineering and Retrieval Chains

6 Lessons

6 Lessons

Master prompting and composition strategies to enhance AI chatbot performance.

7.

Chatbot User Interface Development with Streamlit

Chatbot User Interface Development with Streamlit

3 Lessons

3 Lessons

Explore Streamlit's features for building interactive applications and optimizing performance.

8.

Chatbot Integration and Evaluation

Chatbot Integration and Evaluation

3 Lessons

3 Lessons

Integrate chatbots with Streamlit and evaluate LLMs using diverse metrics.

9.

Capstone Project

Capstone Project

5 Lessons

5 Lessons

Develop a sophisticated LLM-driven chatbot for Toyota vehicle inquiries using Streamlit.
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Every Educative lesson is designed by a team of ex-MAANG software engineers and PhD computer science educators, and developed in consultation with developers and data scientists working at Meta, Google, and more. Our mission is to get you hands-on with the necessary skills to stay ahead in a constantly changing industry. No video, no fluff. Just interactive, project-based learning with personalized feedback that adapts to your goals and experience.
ABOUT THIS COURSE
This course provides a comprehensive guide to designing, building, and optimizing chatbots using modern AI technologies. It begins with an introduction to chatbots, foundational concepts in AI, and the mechanics of transformer models, equipping you with a solid understanding of how natural language processing underpins chatbot systems. You’ll learn to implement large language models (LLMs) for tasks such as summarization, translation, and inference alongside data preparation techniques and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) workflows using tools like LangChain. You’ll also cover advanced concepts like prompt engineering, retrieval chains, and developing user interfaces with Streamlit. The course concludes with an integration and evaluation phase, where you’ll deploy your chatbot systems and assess performance. A hands-on capstone project solidifies these skills, making this course ideal for developing robust, user-friendly chatbots using cutting-edge AI methodologies.

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