Fine-Tuning Lightweight Models for Edge AI Deployment Training Course
Model fine-tuning involves adapting pre-trained models to address specific tasks or operational environments.
This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level embedded AI developers and edge computing specialists aiming to fine-tune and optimize lightweight AI models for deployment on devices with limited resources.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be capable of:
- Selecting and adapting pre-trained models that are appropriate for edge deployment.
- Implementing quantization, pruning, and other compression techniques to decrease model size and reduce latency.
- Fine-tuning models through transfer learning to achieve task-specific performance enhancements.
- Deploying optimized models onto actual edge hardware platforms.
Course Format
- Interactive lectures and group discussions.
- Numerous exercises and practical practice sessions.
- Hands-on implementation within a live-lab environment.
Course Customization Options
- To request a 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
- A solid understanding of machine learning fundamentals
- Proficiency with Python and deep learning frameworks
- Familiarity with embedded systems or the constraints of edge devices
Target Audience
- Embedded AI developers
- Edge computing specialists
- Machine learning engineers specializing in edge deployment
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