Build practical AI applications using Python, Large Language Models (LLMs), and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG). Designed for developers who want hands-on experience creating document-aware AI systems, this course takes you from LLM API integration to building complete RAG applications.

Python LLM Development with Retrieval-Augmented AI

Python LLM Development with Retrieval-Augmented AI
This course is part of Generative AI and LLM Application Development Specialization

Instructor: TSV Learning
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6 hours to complete
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What you'll learn
Integrate LLM APIs into Python applications and handle API errors, retries, and rate limits effectively.
Apply embeddings and vector databases such as FAISS and ChromaDB to implement semantic information retrieval.
Develop document-based RAG applications that retrieve relevant information and generate context-aware responses.
Skills you'll gain
- LLM Application
- Application Programming Interface (API)
- Back-End Web Development
- Systems Integration
- Frontend Integration
- Systems Development
- Embeddings
- Retrieval-Augmented Generation
- AI Workflows
- Full-Stack Web Development
- System Design and Implementation
- Large Language Modeling
- AI Integrations
- System Implementation
- Information Systems
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October 2026
Assessments
6 assignments
Taught in English
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