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2 Workshop Sessions
20+ Target Participants
70% Knowledge Improvement
Free No Registration Fee

Workshop Sessions

Two comprehensive sessions designed for network operations professionals

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Session 1: Foundations of Local LLM Deployment

Introduction to Large Language Models and Privacy-Aware AI

📅 Date: TBA ⏱️ Duration: 4 hours 📍 Format: Hybrid

This foundational session introduces participants to Large Language Models, covering core concepts, privacy considerations, and the fundamentals of local deployment. Participants will learn why locally-hosted LLMs are crucial for institutional data privacy.

Topics Covered

  • Introduction to Large Language Models (LLMs)
  • Understanding AI privacy concerns
  • Local vs. cloud-based AI deployment
  • Privacy-aware AI principles
  • Introduction to open-source LLM models
  • Basic RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) concepts
  • Infrastructure requirements overview

Prerequisites

  • Basic understanding of networking concepts
  • Familiarity with command-line interfaces
  • No prior AI/ML experience required

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand core LLM concepts and terminology
  • Recognize privacy implications of AI deployment
  • Evaluate local vs. cloud AI solutions
  • Identify suitable open-source LLM models
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Session 2: AI Agentic Workflow for Network Operations

Practical Implementation and Hands-on Exercises

📅 Date: TBA ⏱️ Duration: 4 hours 📍 Format: Hybrid

Building on Session 1, this advanced session focuses on practical implementation of AI agentic workflows for network operations. Participants will work with live prototypes and learn to integrate LLMs into their network management workflows.

Topics Covered

  • AI Agentic workflow fundamentals
  • Building RAG pipelines for network documentation
  • Live prototype demonstration
  • Contextual AI for network troubleshooting
  • Integration with existing infrastructure
  • Best practices for production deployment
  • Security considerations

Prerequisites

  • Completion of Session 1 (or equivalent knowledge)
  • Basic Python knowledge (helpful but not required)
  • Access to a test environment

Learning Outcomes

  • Build basic RAG pipelines
  • Deploy LLMs for network operations use cases
  • Create contextual AI assistants for documentation
  • Implement security best practices

Workshop Information

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Target Audience

Network operations professionals, IT administrators, and technical staff from IDREN member institutions. Open to other educational and research institutions in Indonesia.

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Registration Fee

The workshops are free of charge, funded by APNIC Foundation through the ISIF Asia 2025 grant program.

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Language

Instruction will be primarily in Indonesian with materials available in both Indonesian and English. English support available.

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Certificate

Participants who complete both sessions will receive a certificate of completion from Universitas Brawijaya.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about our workshops

Who can participate in the workshops?

The workshops are primarily designed for network operations professionals, IT administrators, and technical staff from IDREN member institutions. However, we welcome participants from other educational and research institutions in Indonesia who are interested in privacy-aware AI deployment.

Is there a registration fee?

No, the workshops are free of charge. This project is funded by APNIC Foundation through the ISIF Asia 2025 grant program.

What equipment do I need?

Participants should have a laptop with at least 8GB RAM. For hands-on exercises, we'll provide access to cloud-based environments. Specific setup instructions will be shared before each workshop.

Will workshop materials be available afterwards?

Yes, all workshop materials including slides, recordings (when available), and hands-on guides will be made available through our Resources page. Materials are provided in both Indonesian and English.

What language will instruction be in?

Instruction will be primarily in Indonesian with materials available in both Indonesian and English. English support will be available for non-Indonesian speakers.

Do I need prior AI/ML experience?

No prior AI or machine learning experience is required for Session 1. Basic familiarity with networking concepts and command-line interfaces is helpful. Session 2 builds on Session 1 content.

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