Online: Practical Deep Learning

This course gives a practical introduction to deep learning, convolutional and recurrent neural networks, GPU computing, and tools to train and apply deep neural networks for natural language processing, images, and other applications.

The course consists of lectures and hands-on exercises. TensorFlow 2, Keras, and PyTorch will be used in the exercise sessions. CSC's Notebooks environment will be used on the first day of the course, and the GPU-accelerated Puhti supercomputer on the second day.

Learning outcome

After the course the participants should have the skills and knowledge needed to begin applying deep learning for different tasks and utilizing the GPU resources available at CSC for training and deploying their own neural networks.

Prerequisites

The participants are assumed to have working knowledge of Python and suitable background in data analysis, machine learning, or a related field. Previous experience in deep learning is not required, but the fundamentals of machine learning are not covered on this course. Basic knowledge of a Linux/Unix environment will be assumed.

Agenda (tentative)

Day 1, Thursday 17.12

09.00 – 11.00 Introduction to deep learning and to Notebooks
11.00 – 12.00 Multi-layer perceptrons

12:00 - 13:00 Lunch

13.00 – 14.30 Image data and convolutional neural networks
14.30 – 16.00 Text data and recurrent neural networks

Day 2, Friday 18.12

09.00 – 10.30 Deep learning frameworks, GPUs, batch jobs
10.30 – 12.00 Image classification exercises

12:00 - 13:00 Lunch

13.00 – 14.30 Attention and text categorization exercises
14.30 – 16.00 Cloud, using multiple GPUs

Lecturers:

Markus Koskela (CSC), Mats Sjöberg (CSC)

Language: English
Price: Free of charge (2 training days)

For further detailed information please visit:

https://events.prace-ri.eu/e/PracticalDeepLearning_CSCDec2020

THE COURSE IS FULLY BOOKED! If you have registered to the course and you are not able to attend, please CANCEL your registration in advance. We have processed a LIMITED WAITING LIST. Please send your requests on cancellation/wait list to patc@csc.fi. We will keep those on the waiting list informed of whether participation will be possible. Please note that the wait list is at a first come, first served basis.