

Ever wondered what's actually happening inside ChatGPT or Claude? In this hands-on 4-hour workshop, you'll stop wondering and start building.
We'll go from absolute zero to training your own mini language model from scratch. No hand-waving, no black boxes. Just code, intuition, and a deep dive into the mechanics that power modern AI.
What you'll learn:
How transformers actually work โ attention, embeddings, and all thatTokenization: turning raw text into something a model can learn fromBuilding a GPT-style architecture in Python from scratchTraining your model on real data and watching it learnHow to scale your thinking from tiny models to the real deal
Who's this for?
You don't need an ML PhD โ but you should be comfortable with Python and curious about how AI works under the hood. If you've used LLMs but always wanted to peek inside, this is your workshop.
What to bring:
Laptop with Python 3.10+ installedA Google account (we'll use Colab for GPU access)Curiosity and a healthy appetite for math
By the end of the session, you'll have a working language model you trained yourself โ and the mental model to go even further.
Seats are limited. Come ready to build.
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is a free independent taking place on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Chennai. Attendance is free โ register to secure your spot.
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