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Foundations of Local Large Language models
By the end of this course, a learner will have a solid understanding of Large Language Models running locally. You'll be able to setup a local environment using powerful tooling to run different LLMs and interact with them both with a web interface as well as with APIs.
You will explore other tools and programming languages to interact with these LLMs and using LLMs via via Hugging Face Candle and Mozilla llamafile.
Duration
8 Months
Institution
Duke University
Format
Online
Eligibility Criteria
school
Academic Foundation
A recognized Bachelor’s degree or high school equivalent required for admission into Duke University.
language
Language Proficiency
English proficiency required. IELTS, TOEFL, or standard medium-of-instruction certificates accepted.
Detailed Fees Breakdown
Base Tuition Fee
$338
Total Est. Investment
$338
Scholarships and early-bird waivers may apply. Contact admissions for exact institutional fees.
Academic Trajectory
Program Outcome
Graduates of the Foundations of Local Large Language models program at Duke University are equipped with global perspectives, ready to excel in international markets and top-tier career opportunities.