Description:

This one-day workshop provides an advanced exploration of AI-driven text analysis, focusing on the application and fine-tuning of open-source large language models to enhance research across various academic disciplines. Participants will gain practical skills in setting up local environments and employing sophisticated AI methodologies, empowering them to conduct independent and impactful text analysis while ensuring data security and privacy.

Start: Tuesday, 18 February 2025 @ 10:00

End: Tuesday, 18 February 2025 @ 16:00

Timezone: Sydney

Learning Objectives:

Topics Covered
Introduction to LLMs , Open-Source Benefits , Text Analysis Role , LLM Architecture , Key Features of LLMs , Installation Steps , Optimizing Hardware , Software Setup , Configuration Best Practices , Python for AI , R Programming , Positron Basics , Github Copilot , Coding Automation , Data Preparation , Model Training , Fine-Tuning Methods , Hyperparameter Adjustment , Performance Evaluation , Case Studies , Economic Text Analysis , Political Text Insight , Health Data Applications , Sociological Analysis , Secure Data Practices , Anonymization Techniques , Compliance Standards , Local Storage Security , Proprietary vs. Open-Source

Eligibility:
  • Open to all

Organiser: Seraphine Maerz, School of Social and Political Science, University of Melbourne

Contact: info@instats.org

Host institution: Instats

Using AI for Text Analysis: Advanced Applications with Seraphine Maerz, School of Social and Political Science, University of Melbourne https://dresa.org.au/events/using-ai-for-text-analysis-advanced-applications-with-seraphine-maerz-school-of-social-and-political-science-university-of-melbourne This one-day workshop provides an advanced exploration of AI-driven text analysis, focusing on the application and fine-tuning of open-source large language models to enhance research across various academic disciplines. Participants will gain practical skills in setting up local environments and employing sophisticated AI methodologies, empowering them to conduct independent and impactful text analysis while ensuring data security and privacy. 2025-02-18 10:00:00 UTC 2025-02-18 16:00:00 UTC Seraphine Maerz, School of Social and Political Science, University of Melbourne Instats info@instats.org [] [] [] open_to_all []