Learn JAX for high-performance numerical computation and machine learning research. This course covers JAX fundamentals, including its NumPy API, function transformations like jit
, grad
, vmap
, and pmap
, and functional programming patterns for managing state. Gain practical experience accelerating and differentiating Python code for modern hardware (GPUs/TPUs).
Prerequisites: Familiarity with Python and NumPy is required. Basic understanding of machine learning concepts, such as arrays and gradients, is beneficial.
Level: Intermediate
JAX Fundamentals
Understand the core concepts of JAX, its relationship with NumPy, and its functional programming approach.
Function Transformations
Apply JAX's key transformations: jit
for compilation, grad
for automatic differentiation, vmap
for vectorization, and pmap
for parallelization.
High-Performance Code
Write JAX code that effectively utilizes modern accelerators like GPUs and TPUs.
Automatic Differentiation
Compute gradients of Python functions automatically using grad
.
State Management
Implement stateful computations using functional programming patterns suitable for JAX.
Debugging and Profiling
Identify common pitfalls and basic techniques for debugging JAX code.
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