Software Engineer with Generative AI

"Software Engineer with Generative AI" is a comprehensive, practical, and accessible guide designed to equip the modern software engineer with the skills and knowledge required to build the next generation of intelligent applications. This book serves as a bridge between traditional software development and the cutting-edge field of Generative AI, providing a structured pathway from fundamental concepts to advanced, real-world implementation.


Key Features:


1. Beginner to Advanced Progression: The book starts with the absolute basics, assuming no prior AI knowledge, and gradually builds up to advanced topics like fine-tuning, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and LLMOps, making it suitable for a wide range of learners.
2. Practical Hands-On Approach: Learning is reinforced through numerous code examples, hands-on exercises, and step-by-step tutorials using popular libraries and platforms like Python, OpenAI, Hugging Face, and LangChain.
3. Simple and Clear Language: Complex technical jargon is broken down into simple, easy-to-understand explanations, supplemented with real-life analogies and practical examples to solidify understanding.
4. End-to-End Capstone Project: The final chapter is a complete, do-it-yourself (DIY) project where readers build a fully functional AI application, including complete source code and a detailed, step-by-step implementation guide.
5. Focus on Software Engineering Principles: This is not just an AI book; it's a software engineering book. It covers architecture design, the GenAI-SDLC, testing strategies, deployment, and operational best practices (LLMOps).
6. Real-World Case Studies: Integrated case studies showcase how Generative AI is being applied in industries today, providing context and inspiration.
7. Emphasis on Responsible AI: A dedicated section covers the critical topics of ethics, bias, fairness, and security in AI systems, preparing students to be responsible technologists.


To Whom This Book Is For:


1. B.Tech/M.Tech Computer Science Students: An ideal textbook that covers the core syllabus requirements for courses on AI, Machine Learning, and Application Development.
2. Aspiring AI/ML Engineers: A perfect starting point and practical guide for those looking to specialize in the field of Generative AI.
3. Software Developers and Architects: A crucial upskilling resource for professionals seeking to integrate Generative AI capabilities into their products and workflows.
4. Educators and Faculty: A well-structured resource for teaching courses on AI application development, complete with examples and a project blueprint.
5. Tech Enthusiasts and Hobbyists: Anyone curious about building practical applications with the latest AI technologies.


This book is designed to be a journey. We begin with the absolute fundamentals, building a solid foundation for those new to the field. We then progressively move through the essential skills of a Generative AI engineer: mastering prompt engineering, architecting intelligent systems, integrating and fine-tuning models, and leveraging powerful frameworks like LangChain. The journey culminates in a comprehensive, hands-on capstone project where you will build a complete, functional application from scratch, applying the knowledge you've accumulated throughout the book.