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Joseph Morante
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Day 2: Delving Deeper into LLMs & Refreshing Machine Learning Basics

The journey continues, and today was all about unraveling the intricacies of Large Language Models (LLMs) and brushing up on some good ol' machine learning practices using Python.

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Demystifying the Hype around LLMs:

Today, I wrapped up the 'Introduction to Large Language Models' on Coursera. One realization? The hype is real! LLMs are powerful, transformative, and truly at the cutting edge of AI. What stood out to me was how Google's Vertex AI isn't just another platform—it's a holistic solution. From AI solutions to search functionalities, conversations, over a 100 foundational models, and a seamless AI platform, Vertex AI seems poised to change the game.

Back to the Basics with Python:

Switching to Codecademy, the Machine Learning/AI Engineer Career Path took me on a nostalgic journey through Python. Implementing machine learning using Python felt like reuniting with an old friend. The exercises and challenges were a delightful mix of refreshment and new perspectives. The beauty of Python and its powerful libraries never cease to amaze me!

Final Thoughts for the Day:

While it's tempting to rush through the courses, I'm consciously taking the time to grasp, reflect, and practice. Every new lesson is a step closer to mastering AI, and I'm here for the long haul.

Day 2 was a blend of new insights and revisiting core principles. The adventure rolls on, and I'm eager to see where Day 3 takes me.

Stay with me, folks! There's much more to come.

Onto Day 3!

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