Generative AI with LangChain

Get to grips with the LangChain framework from theory to deployment and develop production-ready applications.Code examples regularly updated on GitHub to keep you abreast of the latest LangChain developments.Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook.Key FeaturesLearn how to leverage LLMs’ capabilities and work around their inherent weaknessesDelve into the realm of LLMs with LangChain and go on an in-depth exploration of their fundamentals, ethical dimensions, and application challengesGet better at using ChatGPT and GPT models, from heuristics and training to scalable deployment, empowering you to transform ideas into realityBook DescriptionChatGPT and the GPT models by OpenAI have brought about a revolution not only in how we write and research but also in how we can process information. This book discusses the functioning, capabilities, and limitations of LLMs underlying chat systems, including ChatGPT and Bard. It also demonstrates, in a series of practical examples, how to use the LangChain framework to build production-ready and responsive LLM applications for tasks ranging from customer support to software development assistance and data analysis - illustrating the expansive utility of LLMs in real-world applications.Unlock the full potential of LLMs within your projects as you navigate through guidance on fine-tuning, prompt engineering, and best practices for deployment and monitoring in production environments. Whether you’re building creative writing tools, developing sophisticated chatbots, or crafting cutting-edge software development aids, this book will be your roadmap to mastering the transformative power of generative AI with confidence and creativity.What you will learnUnderstand LLMs, their strengths and limitationsGrasp generative AI fundamentals and industry trendsCreate LLM apps with LangChain like question-answering systems and chatbotsUnderstand transformer models and attention mechanismsAutomate data analysis and visualization using pandas and PythonGrasp prompt engineering to improve performanceFine-tune LLMs and get to know the tools to unleash their powerDeploy LLMs as a service with LangChain and apply evaluation strategiesPrivately interact with documents using open-source LLMs to prevent data leaksWho this book is forThe book is for developers, researchers, and anyone interested in learning more about LLMs. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced developer, this book will serve as a valuable resource if you want to get the most out of LLMs and are looking to stay ahead of the curve in the LLMs and LangChain arena.Basic knowledge of Python is a prerequisite, while some prior exposure to machine learning will help you follow along more easily.Table of ContentsWhat Is Generative AI?LangChain for LLM AppsGetting Started with LangChainBuilding Capable AssistantsBuilding a Chatbot like ChatGPTDeveloping Software with Generative AILLMs for Data ScienceCustomizing LLMs and Their OutputGenerative AI in ProductionThe Future of Generative Models