Intro to LLMs: Embeddings, Attention, and Beyond
Ayleen Nazario
Accomplished Software Engineer with experience from Spotify and LinkedIn
Date
February 11th, 2025
Time
6:30pm - 9:30pm
Location
The Hub at Office Logic
Event Description
π Join GPTuesdays for an exciting session on "Intro to LLMs: Embeddings, Attention, and Beyond" featuring Ayleen Nazario, an accomplished Software Engineer with experience from tech giants Spotify and LinkedIn! π Register Here (Seats running out fast!): https://lu.ma/6qi0fd81 π‘ In this comprehensive session, we'll explore the fascinating world of Large Language Models (LLMs) and uncover the core mechanisms that power today's most advanced AI systems. From the evolution of traditional rule-based systems to breakthrough achievements like AlphaGo and ChatGPT, we'll trace the remarkable journey of AI advancement, with this session's content powered in collaboration with Codesmith. π₯ Key Highlights: - π Deep dive into fundamental LLM concepts: tokenization, embeddings, and attention mechanisms - π Exploration of AI evolution from rule-based systems to self-learning models - π― Essential prompting techniques for effective AI interaction - π Real-world applications and impact of LLMs in modern technology - π» Practical insights for both experienced developers and AI enthusiasts π€ About Ayleen Nazario: Ayleen is a forward-thinking leader in the engineering space, known for delivering innovative solutions that drive business impact at scale. With a unique ability to bridge technical depth with strategic vision, she has consistently transformed complex challenges into actionable outcomes that enhance system performance, improve data accessibility, and streamline infrastructure. Her work spans optimizing data workflows, leading architectural redesigns, and building resilient platforms that empower both internal teams and end-users at global companies such as Spotify and LinkedIn. Ayleen's contributions have not only advanced engineering excellence within her teams but have also played a pivotal role in shaping product adoption, operational efficiency, and long-term business growth. π Date: February 11th, 2025 β° Time: 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM π Location: AI Center, Miami Dade College, Wolfson Campus, Building 2 πΊοΈ Event Venue: https://lnkd.in/gehazNHg π FREE Parking (mention "AI Center Attendee"): https://lnkd.in/gQ6DbKEp π Register Here (Limited Tickets!): https://lu.ma/6qi0fd81 π© Want to be a speaker? Fill out this form: https://lnkd.in/gnBBiQwq π€ Follow us on all our socials: https://lnkd.in/gSmyihfF Don't miss this opportunity to understand the foundational concepts driving the future of AI technology! ππ€

Ayleen Nazario
Experienced Software Engineer, Spotify and LinkedIn Alum