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Understanding LLMs - Generative AI, RAG, and Prompting Fundamentals

Mastering Generative AI, LLMs, and RAG with Practical Prompting Techniques

Explore the world of generative AI and large language models by learning how tools like ChatGPT and Midjourney work behind the scenes. Discover practical ways to craft effective prompts and see how retrieval-augmented generation can boost AI performance in real projects.

Packt | May 2026 | 109 min

What You Will Learn

You will start by exploring the basics of generative AI and gradually move into hands-on techniques for prompt engineering and model evaluation. Through real-world examples and case studies, you will see how to refine prompts and leverage retrieval-augmented generation to solve practical challenges.

Key Features

  • Develop practical skills in prompt engineering for more accurate AI outputs
  • Understand how transformers and RAG enhance generative AI capabilities
  • Apply real-world techniques to optimize prompts for various AI applications

Target Audience

Perfect for software developers, data scientists, and machine learning engineers who want to apply generative AI in their work. If you have a basic understanding of programming and are eager to learn how to design and optimize prompts for AI models, you will find these skills immediately useful.

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