Natural Language Processing (NLP) is revolutionizing how machines understand and generate human language. This course takes a deep dive into NLP concepts while maintaining a strong focus on the African linguistic landscape. Participants will explore core NLP techniques, machine learning models, and practical applications tailored for African languages and contexts.
By the end of this course, learners will:
- Understand fundamental NLP concepts such as embeddings, transformers, and text classification.
- Learn how to build and fine-tune NLP models with tools like Hugging Face.
- Explore the unique challenges and opportunities of NLP for African languages.
- Gain hands-on experience in applying NLP techniques for Named Entity Recognition (NER), Question Answering, and Summarization.
This course is ideal for data scientists, machine learning engineers, and NLP enthusiasts interested in developing AI applications for diverse linguistic environments.
Course Duration: 10 Hours
Skill Level: Intermediate
