Aishwarya Srinivasan

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RAG Workshop: Part 1
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RAG Part 1: Foundations of Retrieval Augmented Generation


Kick off your RAG learning journey with the first session of our hands-on workshop series! 


This 3-hour beginner-to-intermediate workshop is designed to equip Students, Developers, Leaders and AI Enthusiasts, with a strong foundation in Retrieval-Augmented Generation before we explore advanced topics in the sessions to follow.


By the end of this foundational session, you will:

  • Build a strong understanding of RAG and its advantages over standard LLMs
  • Get hands-on with core components like vector databases, indexing, and retrieval techniques
  • Learn to design and implement an end-to-end RAG pipeline with tools like LangChain and Pinecone
  • Explore practical demos—including no-code options—and real-world use cases
  • Take away tips for performance, evaluation, and emerging RAG trends


High-Level Agenda:

  1. Introduction to RAG
  2. Understand what RAG is, why it's necessary, and how it complements traditional LLMs.
  3. Building Blocks of RAG
  4. Dive into essential components—knowledge bases, vector databases, indexing, and retrieval techniques.
  5. The RAG Pipeline: Integrating Retrieval with Generation
  6. Learn the workflow, effective prompt engineering, and orchestrating components using LangChain or LlamaIndex.
  7. Hands-On Session: Build Your Own RAG Pipeline
  8. Apply what you've learned by constructing a functional RAG pipeline from the ground up, guided step-by-step by expert instructors.
  9. Applications, Best Practices, and Future Directions
  10. Discover real-world use cases, advanced patterns, evaluation methods, optimization techniques, and emerging trends.
  11. Interactive Q&A and Discussion
  12. Engage directly with instructors, ask questions, share insights, and connect with fellow participants.

This is a great opportunity to delve into one of the fundamental concepts of applied AI and boost your AI knowledge and skills! Secure your spot today and embark on your RAG journey.


Note: This workshop session will be recorded, and participants will have the opportunity to purchase the recording post-event at a nominal fee (cloud hosting fee).