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Course Outline

Introduction to Edge and Agentic AI

  • Fundamentals of agentic AI and edge computing
  • Factors affecting latency, privacy, and bandwidth
  • Architectural differences: cloud-based vs. edge-based agents

Designing Lightweight Agent Architectures

  • Structuring agent loops for constrained systems
  • Asynchronous design strategies for efficient computation
  • Striking a balance between autonomy and connectivity

Setting Up the Development Environment

  • Installing Python frameworks for edge AI
  • Configuring TensorFlow Lite and PyTorch Mobile
  • Establishing test environments on Raspberry Pi or similar hardware

Implementing On-Device Inference

  • Model conversion and quantization for edge deployment
  • Executing inference with TensorFlow Lite and ONNX Runtime
  • Integrating inference outcomes into agent decision-making processes

Integrating Agents with Hardware and IoT

  • Linking sensors, actuators, and IoT modules
  • Local data acquisition and processing workflows
  • Offline capabilities and event-driven behaviors

Optimization and Monitoring

  • Tuning for low power consumption and high speed
  • Edge caching strategies and model compression methods
  • Monitoring and debugging edge-based agents

Hands-on Project: Deploying a Lightweight Agent on Edge Hardware

  • Designing a small autonomous agent for IoT or robotics applications
  • Implementing model inference and local logic
  • Testing and optimizing for latency and reliability

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • Proficiency in Python programming
  • Fundamental grasp of machine learning workflows
  • Knowledge of embedded or edge computing principles

Target Audience

  • Embedded developers incorporating AI into hardware systems
  • Edge ML engineers crafting on-device inference solutions
  • Robotics teams deploying agentic AI for autonomous tasks
 21 Hours

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