This episode of the podcast explores the lifecycle of generative AI models, discussing model optimization, serving, and deployment. It also highlights the revolution in microelectronics, the availability of open access models on Hugging Face, and the process of selecting and running a model for deployment. The speakers emphasize the importance of code reuse and provide tips for exploring and deploying generative models.
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Quick takeaways
Experiment with different models from the hugging face repository to find the one that fits your desired behavior.
Optimize your model using open-source projects like Optimum, Bits and Bytes, and OpenVINO to improve inference speed and run large models on limited hardware.
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Choose the Right Model for Your Application
Begin by experimenting with different models and finding one that fits your desired behavior. Try out models from the hugging face repository, which offers a wide range of options for natural language processing, computer vision, and speech models. Consider factors such as model size, resource requirements, and performance.
Optimize Your Model for Efficient Deployment
If you need to run a large model on limited hardware or want to improve inference speed, consider model optimization techniques. Explore open-source projects like Optimum, Bits and Bytes, and OpenVINO that offer tools for quantization, optimization, and speeding up model inference on CPUs, GPUs, and specialized processors.
Deploy Your Model with a Model Server
Once you have selected and optimized your model, it's time to deploy it. One option is to leverage serverless offerings like CloudFlare Workers AI or platforms like Base10, Banana, and Modal. These allow you to spin up GPU instances on-demand. Alternatively, you can containerize your model server and deploy it on a VM or bare-metal server with an accelerator. Tools like Base10's Trust, Seldon, or even SageMaker from AWS can help with packaging and deployment.
Automate Model Deployment and Lifecycle Management
To simplify model deployment and management, consider implementing automation tools for your model server. Frameworks like Base10's Trust, Hugging Face's TGI, and VLLM provide workflows for automated deployment, integration, and updates. Use these tools to connect your model server with your application code, ensuring seamless interaction between the two.
What is the model lifecycle like for experimenting with and then deploying generative AI models? Although there are some similarities, this lifecycle differs somewhat from previous data science practices in that models are typically not trained from scratch (or even fine-tuned). Chris and Daniel give a high level overview in this effort and discuss model optimization and serving.
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