Course Outline
Introduction to:
- Vectors
- AI vector embeddings
- Popular AI embedding models
- Semantic search
- Distance measures
An overview of vector indexing techniques:
- IVFFlat index
- HNSW index
The PgVector extension for PostgreSQL:
- Installation
- Storing and querying high-dimensional vectors
- Distance measures
- Utilizing vector indexes
Course outcome: Upon completion, students will have a solid understanding of prominent AI-driven PostgreSQL extensions. They will also gain practical experience in integrating large language models (LLMs) and vector search capabilities into real-world applications.
Requirements
A foundational understanding of SQL and prior experience working with PostgreSQL
Lab environment: DaDesktops featuring Linux virtual machines (supplied by NobleProg)
Target audience: Database application developers, system architects, and data analysts
Testimonials (3)
Tables indexes and qq reperforming & tuning in order to improve them
Roberto Esposito
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A good first contact with a new database technology
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Tuning strategies.