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Recently, the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) launched a professional training program focused on large language models. The program saw the participation of 80 technology specialists, both men and women. The primary objective of this initiative is to empower national capabilities and equip participants with advanced skills, knowledge, and practical practices in the field of large language models.
Program Content
Throughout the program, participants were introduced to several key topics, including:
- Data Collection and Processing: Training large language models requires extensive and diverse datasets. The program emphasizes efficient methods for data collection and processing.
- Training and Fine-Tuning Pre-Trained Models: This includes customizing models to meet specific needs and enhancing their performance across various tasks.
- Model Performance Evaluation: Selecting appropriate metrics to assess model effectiveness and improve their performance.
- Deploying Models in Real-World Applications: Participants learn how to apply models in practical fields using APIs such as those from Huggingface.
Ethical Considerations
The program also covers the ethical aspects associated with large language models, such as avoiding bias and ensuring transparency. This includes improving model reliability and structuring outputs to achieve more accurate results.
Advanced Techniques
Participants receive intensive training in interactive prompting techniques and security measures for large models, as well as adversarial supervision tools. The program also highlights the real-world applications of these models, including prompting techniques for specific models like GPT-3.5 and GPT-4.
Program Objectives
By launching this program, SDAIA aims to build and develop specialized national capabilities in the field of large language models. This effort seeks to advance applications and bridge the gap in this field at the national level. Additionally, it aims to enhance the contributions of Saudi citizens in elevating the Kingdom to a leading position among data and AI-driven economies.
Final Remarks
Through this initiative, SDAIA reaffirms its commitment to developing national competencies and fostering innovation in artificial intelligence. This contributes to achieving Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, which aims to establish a knowledge and technology-based economy.
With this professional approach, SDAIA aims to make a significant leap in the field of artificial intelligence in the Kingdom, believing that investing in national talents is the optimal path to global leadership.
Source: Saudi Press Agency (SPA)
