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Integrating Large Language Model (LLM) Service Using Python
Yuan Sun
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Integrating Large Language Model (LLM) Service Using Python

In this project we will write Python code that integrates with third-party Large Language Model (LLM) to solve real-life problems, for example automatic email replying.

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8 weeks, 2-3 hours per week
Intermediate
No experience required
No experience required
Some experience required
Degree and experience required

Description

With the rapid rise of Large Language Models (LLMs) in the tech industry, mastering the ability to integrate these models into software solutions has become a key skill for developers. In this Build Project, you'll wear the hat of a Software Developer and build an automated email reply system using Python and third-party LLMs. Under the supervision of an experienced industry expert, you'll write code to integrate LLMs with email systems, enabling the generation of contextually accurate responses in real time. You'll become familiar with API integration, natural language processing, and automation tools. All this will happen in an environment that simulates the operations of a real AI-driven development team, giving you valuable experience in a growing field.

Session timeline

  • Applications open
    December 1, 2024
  • Application deadline
    January 15, 2025
  • Project start date
    Week of July 8, 2024
    Week of
    February 3, 2025
  • Project end date
    Week of

What you will learn

  • Write Python code that integrates with third-party Large Language Model (LLM) services such as OpenAI, Anthropic.
  • Understand best practice of software development and API integration.
  • Explore and practice prompt engineering for Large Language Model.
Build Projects are 8-week experiences that operate on a rolling basis. Selected participants engage in weekly live workshops with a Build Fellow and 2-15 other students.

Project workshops

1
Kickoff & Project Overview
2
Set Up the Development Environment & API Integration Basics
3
Review Architecture & Integration
4
Code the Core Functionality (Part 1)
5
Code the Core Functionality (Part 2)
6
Test, Debug, and Improve
7
Create Final Presentation
8
Final Presentation & Mock Interview

Prerequisites

Python Programming Fundamentals: Students need to be comfortable with Python syntax, including writing functions, handling data structures like dictionaries and lists, and understanding control flows such as if-else, for-loop.

API Integration: Students should have a basic understanding of how APIs work, including making requests and handling responses. We will cover the API integration process in detail during the project, so familiarity with libraries like requests will be helpful but not required upfront.

Version Control with Git: Students should have basic knowledge GitHub, including committing code, pushing to a repository, and branching. This is not required but having code on your own GitHub account would be a bonus point on your resume.  

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About the expert

Yuan Sun

Computer Science Fellow
Open Avenues Foundation

Yuan Sun is a Computer Science Build Fellow at Open Avenues, where he works with students leading projects in computer science and software development.

Yuan is a Software Engineer at Otter.ai, where he focuses on backend software development. Yuan has over three years of experience in the software engineering field. He works across backend systems in a fast-growing early stage startup. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from University of Illinois.

In his spare time, Yuan enjoys sports, including basketball, running, and working out.

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