Fine-Tuning Lightweight Models for Edge AI Deployment Training Course
Model fine-tuning involves adapting pre-trained models to specific tasks or environments.
This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) targets intermediate-level embedded AI developers and edge computing specialists who want to fine-tune and optimize lightweight AI models for resource-constrained devices.
Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:
- Select and adapt pre-trained models that are suitable for edge deployment.
- Apply quantization, pruning, and other compression techniques to minimize model size and latency.
- Fine-tune models using transfer learning to achieve task-specific performance.
- Deploy optimized models on real edge hardware platforms.
Format of the Course
- Interactive lectures and discussions.
- Numerous exercises and practice sessions.
- Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.
Course Customization Options
- To request customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.
Course Outline
Introduction to Edge AI and Model Optimization
- Understanding edge computing and AI workloads
- Trade-offs: performance vs. resource constraints
- Overview of model optimization strategies
Model Selection and Pre-training
- Choosing lightweight models (e.g., MobileNet, TinyML, SqueezeNet)
- Understanding model architectures suitable for edge devices
- Using pre-trained models as a base
Fine-Tuning and Transfer Learning
- Principles of transfer learning
- Adapting models to custom datasets
- Practical fine-tuning workflows
Model Quantization
- Post-training quantization techniques
- Quantization-aware training
- Evaluation and trade-offs
Model Pruning and Compression
- Pruning strategies (structured vs. unstructured)
- Compression and weight sharing
- Benchmarking compressed models
Deployment Frameworks and Tools
- TensorFlow Lite, PyTorch Mobile, ONNX
- Edge hardware compatibility and runtime environments
- Toolchains for cross-platform deployment
Hands-On Deployment
- Deploying to Raspberry Pi, Jetson Nano, and mobile devices
- Profiling and benchmarking
- Troubleshooting deployment issues
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- An understanding of machine learning fundamentals
- Experience with Python and deep learning frameworks
- Familiarity with embedded systems or edge device constraints
Audience
- Embedded AI developers
- Edge computing specialists
- Machine learning engineers focusing on edge deployment
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