AI Under the Hood: Hands-On with Open-Source local LLMs

​About the Event

​Curious about how ChatGPT and modern AI models work behind the scenes?
[Student Only Event]

​Join this hands-on workshop hosted by Nordia Infotech Private Limited and explore the exciting world of Open-Source Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI development tools.

​In this beginner-friendly session, participants will gain practical experience with industry-leading tools such as Hugging Face, Ollama, and LM Studio. Students will learn how to run AI models locally on their laptops, understand prompt engineering techniques, explore different types of AI models, and discover how AI is being used to build real-world applications.

​What You'll Learn

• ​Introduction to Large Language Models (LLMs)

• ​Understanding Open-Source AI Ecosystems

• ​Getting Started with Hugging Face

• ​Running AI Models Locally using Ollama

• ​Exploring LM Studio for Local AI Development

• ​Prompt Engineering Fundamentals

• ​AI Model Selection and Use Cases

• ​Building Real-World AI Workflows

​Who Should Attend?

• ​College Students interested in AI and Machine Learning

• ​Software Development Enthusiasts

• ​Students exploring Generative AI and LLMs

• ​Beginners with little or no prior AI experience

​Requirements

• ​Bring your own laptop for the best hands-on experience(LAPTOP Mandatory)

• ​Basic computer knowledge is sufficient

• ​No prior AI or Machine Learning experience required

​Why Attend?

• ​Gain practical exposure to modern AI tools

• ​Learn directly from industry professionals

• ​Work with real AI models during the session

• ​Understand current AI industry trends

• ​Build a strong foundation for future AI projects and careers

​⚠️ This workshop is strictly for college students only.