Overview
Explore the fundamentals of Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) in this 31-minute conference talk from EuroPython 2024. Delve into the intersection of Information Retrieval and Natural Language Generation, examining how RAG combines retrieval-based systems with generative AI models to enhance performance on document intelligence tasks. Learn about key frameworks, methodologies, and recent advancements in RAG, including its ability to empower Large Language Models with deeper context comprehension. Discover the theoretical foundations, practical applications, and technical challenges associated with RAG, covering topics such as token embedding, vector indexing, and semantic similarity search. Gain valuable insights into RAG's potential impact on fields like document summarization and database management.
Syllabus
Fundamentals of Retrieval Augmented Generation — Catalin Hanga
Taught by
EuroPython Conference