LangChain in your Pocket

LangChain Essentials: From Basic Concepts to Advanced Applications

Publisher:Packt Publishing Limited

By: Mehul Gupta

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|Sep 2024

E-Book €19.99Institutions €119.95

Description

Learn about LangChain and LLMs with "LangChain in your Pocket," a comprehensive guide to leveraging this innovative framework for building language-based applications.

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Step-by-step code explanations with expected outputs for each solution
Practical examples and hands-on tutorials for real-world application
Detailed discussions on managing and evaluating large language models

Book Description

"LangChain in your Pocket" offers a detailed exploration into the LangChain framework, designed to enhance your skills in developing sophisticated language understanding models and applications. This book begins with the basics, introducing you to the fundamental concepts of LangChain through a simple "Hello World" example. As you progress, you'll delve into various LangChain modules, learning how to create agents, manage memory, and utilize output parsers effectively.

The journey continues as you explore the RAG Framework, vector databases, and their applications in natural language processing, providing you with the tools to tackle common NLP problems efficiently. The book also addresses critical aspects of working with large language models (LLMs), such as prompt engineering, handling hallucinations, and evaluating model outputs. Advanced topics like autonomous AI agents and the integration of LangSmith and LangServe are covered, giving you a holistic view of what you can achieve with LangChain.

By the end of this book, you will not only understand the technical aspects of LangChain but also how to apply these principles in real-world scenarios, making it an essential resource for anyone looking to advance their capabilities in AI and language processing.

What you will learn

Navigate the basic to advanced features of LangChain
Build and manage language understanding models and applications
Employ advanced prompt engineering techniques
Implement and evaluate large language models effectively
Develop autonomous AI agents with LangChain
Integrate LangSmith and LangServe for enhanced functionality

Who this book is for

The book "LangChain in your Pocket: Beginner's Guide to Building Generative AI Applications using LLMs" is an excellent resource for individuals new to the world of Generative AI. Whether you are a software developer, data scientist, or student, this beginner-friendly book provides a comprehensive introduction to the LangChain framework and its practical applications. Regardless of your prior experience, this book is a valuable asset for anyone interested in diving into the world of Generative AI and leveraging the power of LangChain.

Introduction
Hello World
Different LangChain Modules
Models and Prompts
Chains
Agents
OutputParsers and Memory
Callbacks
RAG Framework and Vector Databases
LangChain for NLP problems
Handling LLM Hallucinations
Evaluating LLMs
Advanced Prompt Engineering
Autonomous AI agents
LangSmith and LangServe
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PDF ISBN: 978-1-83620-124-3

Publisher: Packt Publishing Limited

Publication date: 2024

Language: English

Pages: 152

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