Course Outline
Introduction to On-Device AI
- Fundamentals of on-device machine learning
- Advantages and challenges of small language models
- Overview of hardware constraints in mobile and IoT devices
Model Optimization for On-Device Deployment
- Model quantization and pruning
- Knowledge distillation for smaller, efficient models
- Selecting and adapting models for on-device performance
Platform-Specific AI Tools and Frameworks
- Introduction to TensorFlow Lite and PyTorch Mobile
- Utilizing platform-specific libraries for on-device AI
- Cross-platform deployment strategies
Real-Time Inference and Edge Computing
- Techniques for fast and efficient inference on devices
- Leveraging edge computing for on-device AI
- Case studies of real-time AI applications
Power Management and Battery Life Considerations
- Optimizing AI applications for energy efficiency
- Balancing performance and power consumption
- Strategies for extending battery life in AI-powered devices
Security and Privacy in On-Device AI
- Ensuring data security and user privacy
- On-device data processing for privacy preservation
- Secure model updates and maintenance
User Experience and Interaction Design
- Designing intuitive AI interactions for device users
- Integrating language models with user interfaces
- User testing and feedback for on-device AI
Scalability and Maintenance
- Managing and updating models on deployed devices
- Strategies for scalable on-device AI solutions
- Monitoring and analytics for deployed AI systems
Project and Assessment
- Developing a prototype in a chosen domain and preparing for deployment on a selected device
- Presentation of the on-device AI solution
- Evaluation based on efficiency, innovation, and practicality
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Strong foundation in machine learning and deep learning concepts
- Proficiency in Python programming
- Basic knowledge of hardware constraints for AI deployment
Audience
- Machine learning engineers and AI developers
- Embedded systems engineers interested in AI applications
- Product managers and technical leads overseeing AI projects