Transfer Learning: Tailoring Neural Networks for Your Data from Pluralsight

Transfer learning is one of the core concepts leveraged for building Generative AI applications. This course teaches the essentials of transfer learning as well as advanced strategies such as fine-tuning and feature extraction.

Transfer learning is the basis of transformer architecture and it is also one of the concepts on which generative AI large language models are based. It is a technique to leverage base models on domain-specific applications for prediction and outcomes.

In this course, Transfer Learning: Tailoring Neural Networks for Your Data, you'll gain the ability to implement transfer learning on your custom datasets.

First, you'll explore some principles and benefits of transfer learning.

Next, you'll understand different types of transfer learning strategies such as fine-tuning and feature extraction.

Finally, you'll learn about some challenges in transfer learning such as data mismatch, bias in models, and ethical considerations.

When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of transfer learning needed to tailor neural networks for your data.

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Course Overview

Understanding Transfer Learning

Implementation and Challenges of Transfer Learning

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Know what's good

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Builds a strong foundation for beginners needing to develop foundational knowledge and skills in transfer learning

Provides a practical approach to implementing transfer learning on custom datasets, addressing real-world challenges

Covers the fundamentals and advanced strategies in transfer learning, making it suitable for learners with varied knowledge levels

May require additional resources or prerequisites for learners with limited knowledge in neural networks and deep learning

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Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Transfer Learning: Tailoring Neural Networks for Your Data with these activities:

Review Linear Algebra

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Review the fundamentals of linear algebra to strengthen your understanding of transfer learning algorithms.

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Revise concepts such as vector spaces, matrices and transformations.
Practice solving linear equations and systems.
Review matrix operations like addition, subtraction, and multiplication.

Collaborative Transfer Learning Study Group

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Join a study group to discuss transfer learning concepts and share insights.

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Find a study group or create your own.
Set regular meeting times.
Prepare discussion topics and share resources.
Facilitate group discussions and share knowledge.

Join a Study Group

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Collaborating with peers will provide diverse perspectives, enhance your understanding, and identify areas where you need further clarification.

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Find a group of fellow students with similar interests
Schedule regular meetings to discuss course material and work on projects together
Contribute your knowledge and actively participate in discussions

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Transfer Learning Project: Develop a Custom Model

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Develop a transfer learning model from scratch to apply learned concepts to a custom dataset.

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Define your project goal and gather data.
Choose a pre-trained model and fine-tune it with your data.
Train and evaluate your model.
Deploy your model and monitor its performance.

Participate in a Machine Learning Hackathon

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Applying your skills in a competitive environment will test your limits, foster creativity, and provide an opportunity to learn from others.

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Find a hackathon that aligns with your interests
Form a team or work independently
Develop a solution to the proposed challenge using transfer learning
Submit your solution and present at the event

Career center

Learners who complete Transfer Learning: Tailoring Neural Networks for Your Data will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Machine Learning Engineer

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Data Scientist

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