Director, GenAI Solution Delivery, The Hartford
Dr. Yaqi Chen is highly experienced in data science with more than ten years of experience. She currently leads data science and ML and innovation and delivery across the industry and departments, enabling solution reusability and scalability. She owns several patents in deep learning and computer vision. Dr. Chen received her Ph.D. from Washington University of St. Louis, MO where she guest speaks from time to time.
In this workshop, Yaqi Chen will demystify the process of building your own Large Language Models (LLMs) without breaking the bank. You'll learn how to fine-tune pre-trained models using small datasets, optimize computing resources, and leverage open-source tools to create AI solutions tailored to your specific needs. Whether you're an entrepreneur, researcher, or developer, this session will provide practical insights into making AI more accessible and impactful—no massive data centers required.