Mastering LLM Alignment & Preference Optimization Llama3 LLM

Mastering Direct Preference Optimization: Practical Techniques with LLaMA3, Hugging Face, and Advanced Language Models

What you'll learn
Learn how to use direct preference optimization training.
Use HuggingFace TRL Library with Llama3 8B for direct preference training
Learn how to train on your own data with direct preference optimization
Learn the science behind direct preference optimization and optimizing large language models.

Requirements
A premium Google Colab account, basic python knowledge.

Description
Dive into the cutting-edge world of Direct Preference Optimization (DPO) and Large Language Model Alignment with this comprehensive course designed to equip you with the skills to leverage the LLaMA3 8-billion parameter model and Hugging Face's Transformer Reinforcement Learning (TRL). Using the powerful Google Colab platform, you will get hands-on experience with real-world applications, starting with the Intel Orca DPO dataset and incorporating advanced techniques like Low-Rank Adaptation (LoRA).

Throughout this course, you will

Learn to set up and utilize the LLaMA3 model within Google Colab, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow.

Explore the capabilities of Hugging Face’s TRL framework to conduct sophisticated DPO tasks, enhancing your understanding of how language models can be fine-tuned to optimize for specific user preferences.

Implement Low-Rank Adaptation (LoRA) to modify pre-trained models efficiently, allowing for quick adaptations without the need to retrain the entire model, a crucial skill for real-world applications.

Train on the Intel Orca DPO dataset to understand the intricacies of preference data and how to manipulate models to align with these insights.

Extend your learning by applying these techniques to your own datasets. This flexibility allows you to explore various sectors and data types, making your expertise applicable across multiple industries.

Master state-of-the-art techniques that prepare you for advancements in AI and machine learning, ensuring you stay ahead in the field.

This course is perfect for data scientists, AI researchers, and anyone keen on harnessing the power of large language models for preference-based machine learning tasks. Whether you're looking to improve product recommendations, customize user experiences, or drive decision-making processes, the skills you acquire here will be invaluable.

Join us to transform your theoretical knowledge into practical expertise and lead the way in implementing next-generation AI solutions!

Who this course is for
Anyone looking to learn about Llama3, HuggingFace and direct preference optimization.