Training Resources

Tools, guides, and materials for your AI literacy journey

Tools We'll Use

Ollama

Run large language models locally. Free, open-source, production-ready.

ollama.ai →

OpenWebUI

Self-hosted ChatGPT-like interface. Works with Ollama for local AI chat.

github.com/open-webui →

LangChain

Framework for building AI applications. We'll use it to create RAG systems and AI-powered search.

python.langchain.com →

ChromaDB

Vector database for RAG systems. Store and retrieve document embeddings.

trychroma.com →

Python + Ollama API

Build AI agents using direct API calls with httpx. Simple, transparent, and no heavy frameworks needed.

Ollama API Docs →

Docker

Container platform for deploying AI workloads. You probably already know this one!

docker.com →

Pre-Training Reading (Optional)

These are completely optional but can help you get oriented before the training starts.

1

AI Basics for Professionals

A gentle introduction to AI concepts without the math. Read our pre-class primer.

2

Understanding Large Language Models

How ChatGPT and similar tools actually work (simplified for professionals).

3

AI Use Cases Across Roles

Real-world examples of how teams are using AI today.

Lab Materials

All lab instructions, code samples, and datasets will be provided during the training. You'll get access to:

  • • Step-by-step lab guides with screenshots
  • • Sample code repositories (Python & Bash)
  • • Practice datasets and documentation
  • • Troubleshooting guides and FAQs
  • • Video walkthroughs of each lab

Additional Resources

Community

  • • Slack workspace for students
  • • Weekly office hours
  • • Alumni network
  • • Peer learning groups

Continued Learning

  • • Advanced workshops
  • • Monthly AI newsletter
  • • Recommended courses
  • • Industry events & meetups

Documentation

  • • Glossary of AI terms
  • • Command reference sheets
  • • Architecture diagrams
  • • Best practices guide

Support

  • • TA support during labs
  • • Post-training Q&A sessions
  • • Email support
  • • Troubleshooting database

Downloadable Resources

Pre-Class Setup Guide

Complete setup instructions (PDF)

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AI Glossary

Common AI terms explained

Lab Code Repository

GitHub repo with all lab code