Course Introduction

Welcome to the PyTorch course! PyTorch is a versatile, open-source machine learning library celebrated for its flexibility and efficiency in constructing sophisticated AI models. Leaders in the tech industry—including Meta, Microsoft, and Tesla—rely on PyTorch for cutting-edge machine learning projects. Its powerful computational capabilities and vibrant community support make it an invaluable tool in the ever-evolving AI and machine learning landscape.

In this hands-on course, you will assume the role of an AI engineer tasked with developing an innovative application to accelerate breast cancer diagnosis. This project not only hones your PyTorch skills but also contributes to advancing healthcare through faster, more accurate treatment planning. I’m Mumshad Mannambeth, and I will be your guide throughout this journey.

Throughout the course, you will engage in a series of practical labs that convert theoretical concepts into real-world applications, allowing you to experiment, learn from mistakes, and build the confidence to tackle genuine PyTorch challenges.

Let’s explore the topics covered in this course:

PyTorch Essentials

In this section, you’ll learn how to set up your environment, work with tensors, and leverage automatic differentiation—a core component of training models. These foundational skills will prepare you for building and debugging deep learning architectures.

Data Handling with PyTorch

Managing and transforming data is a fundamental step in any machine learning workflow. You’ll discover how to work with datasets, design data loaders, and create transformation pipelines to feed your models with clean, well-structured data.

Model Training and Advanced Techniques

Here, you will train your models, optimize their performance, and perform comprehensive evaluations. We’ll also explore advanced strategies such as transfer learning and the use of pre-trained models to boost accuracy and speed up development.

Deployment

In the final phase, you will learn how to serve your trained models in production environments. Topics include building simple web services with Flask, containerizing applications with Docker, and deploying at scale using Kubernetes.

By the end of this course, you will have built, trained, and deployed a complete image classification solution. Are you ready to make a significant impact in the fields of AI and healthcare? Let’s get started on this transformative journey to elevate your PyTorch expertise!