Program Overview

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to Generative AI, focusing on Large Language Models (LLMs), Multimodal AI, and practical applications such as chatbots and AI agents. Participants gain hands-on experience in prompt engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and AI agent development using LangChain, while understanding ethical considerations and real-world applications.

Who this is for

AI enthusiasts and beginners starting with Generative AI
Developers, data scientists, and engineers applying LLMs
Professionals and academics deepening AI knowledge
Students exploring AI-driven application development

How to apply

workshops@iit.ac.lk

Apply View Fees

Next / Start

2026-05-01

Time

Fri, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Week 1: Introduction to Generative AI, LLMs, and Multimodal AI

Overview of Generative AI
Understanding Large Language Models (LLMs) and Transformer architecture
Introduction to Multimodal AI
Real-world applications and use cases
Ethical considerations in Generative AI

Week 2: Working with LLMs and Prompt Engineering

Basics of using Large Language Models
Hands-on session: interacting with LLMs
Prompt engineering techniques
Designing effective prompts for various tasks
Common challenges and troubleshooting in prompt engineering

Week 3: Building Chatbots with Your Own Data via Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)

Optimizing LLM responses
Introduction to Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
Case studies of RAG implementations
Hands-on session: building a simple RAG application
Performance optimization techniques

Week 4: Building an AI Agent with LangChain

Overview of the LangChain framework
Case studies of AI agent applications
Step-by-step guide to building an AI agent
Hands-on session: developing an AI agent with LangChain
Future trends and advanced features in AI agents

Who this is for

AI enthusiasts and beginners starting with Generative AI
Developers, data scientists, and engineers applying LLMs
Professionals and academics deepening AI knowledge
Students exploring AI-driven application development

How to apply

workshops@iit.ac.lk

Apply View Fees

Next / Start

2026-05-01

Time

Fri, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Program Overview

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to Generative AI, focusing on Large Language Models (LLMs), Multimodal AI, and practical applications such as chatbots and AI agents. Participants gain hands-on experience in prompt engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and AI agent development using LangChain, while understanding ethical considerations and real-world applications.

Who this is for

AI enthusiasts and beginners starting with Generative AI
Developers, data scientists, and engineers applying LLMs
Professionals and academics deepening AI knowledge
Students exploring AI-driven application development

How to apply

workshops@iit.ac.lk

+94 71 333 4455

Apply View Fees

Next Start

2026-05-01

Time

Fri, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Week 1: Introduction to Generative AI, LLMs, and Multimodal AI

Overview of Generative AI
Understanding Large Language Models (LLMs) and Transformer architecture
Introduction to Multimodal AI
Real-world applications and use cases
Ethical considerations in Generative AI

Week 2: Working with LLMs and Prompt Engineering

Basics of using Large Language Models
Hands-on session: interacting with LLMs
Prompt engineering techniques
Designing effective prompts for various tasks
Common challenges and troubleshooting in prompt engineering

Week 3: Building Chatbots with Your Own Data via Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)

Optimizing LLM responses
Introduction to Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
Case studies of RAG implementations
Hands-on session: building a simple RAG application
Performance optimization techniques

Week 4: Building an AI Agent with LangChain

Overview of the LangChain framework
Case studies of AI agent applications
Step-by-step guide to building an AI agent
Hands-on session: developing an AI agent with LangChain
Future trends and advanced features in AI agents

Who this is for

AI enthusiasts and beginners starting with Generative AI
Developers, data scientists, and engineers applying LLMs
Professionals and academics deepening AI knowledge
Students exploring AI-driven application development

How to apply

workshops@iit.ac.lk

+94 71 333 4455

Apply View Fees

Next Start

2026-05-01

Time

Fri, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

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