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mindHUB Session featuring NUMO - All About LLMs - Practical Uses for Biz

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Are you...

  • Looking to streamline your product development process using AI tools?
  • Curious about how Large Language Models can accelerate your hardware innovation?
  • Wanting to reduce the time spent on repetitive design and documentation tasks?
  • Interested in building more efficient workflows for your manufacturing operations?

Workshop Description

Learn how to harness the power of Large Language Models (LLMs) for industrial and hardware innovation. This hands-on workshop will guide you through creating effective prompt engineering templates that can enhance your ideation process and streamline industrial workflows.

Led by an mHUB member with extensive experience in implementing LLMs in industrial settings, this workshop will cover both theoretical foundations and practical applications. You'll learn about the latest developments in LLM technology, including insights from models like DeepSeek R1, and how to apply these tools effectively in hardware and manufacturing contexts.

What You'll Learn

  • Fundamentals of LLM architecture and how custom models are built
  • Practical prompt engineering techniques for reduced hallucination and increased accuracy
  • Methods for creating use-case specific templates for industrial applications
  • Strategies for integrating LLMs into existing workflows and systems
  • Real-world applications in prototype development and factory settings

Who Should Attend

This workshop is ideal for hardware innovators, manufacturers, and entrepreneurs interested in leveraging AI tools for their development process. Whether you're looking to enhance your ideation phase or integrate LLMs into your industrial operations, you'll gain valuable insights and practical skills.

Venue

mHUB Classroom

Location

mHUB 1623 W Fulton St 1623 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60612, US Get Directions

Date and Time

04/15/25 @ 11:00 AM

04/15/25 @ 11:00 AM

Tags

Business Viability, Product Feasibility

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