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How to make a Continuous Integration Continuous Deployment Pipeline to build and deploy the Machine Learning Artificial Intelligence Model product

Welcome to today's lecture on creating a Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipeline for building and deploying Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) models.

We will discuss the crucial steps involved in streamlining the deployment process for ML and AI models, focusing on MLOps, a practice that borrows principles from DevOps [1].

How are the old-school practices of DEVOPS extended in to Cloud Devops.

Development Operations is the branch of IT that informs us how to setup environments to support the operation of the Developers.

How do Docker and VMware fold into Devops? These virtualization technologies allow us to make maximum use of our computer resources by provisioning specific Software images as needed for periods of time for developers to test their code: Specific Operating Systems, applications, networking configurations.

First, let's briefly review the concept of ML pipelines.

They consist of multiple sequential steps, from data extraction and preprocessing to model training and deployment [1]. Deployment, in this context, refers to making trained models available in production environments [1].

CI/CD is a practice derived from DevOps that automates the ML pipeline, including building, testing, and deploying [1].

In the modern software development world, CI and CD are standard practices [3]. However, ML and AI ecosystems currently lack a mature ecosystem for developing tools [2].

To build a CI/CD pipeline for ML and AI models, we need to consider several factors.

First, the choice of tools is essential. There are end-to-end ML platforms being developed by big tech companies like Uber, Facebook, Google, and Airbnb [2].

However, open source alternatives such as Polyaxon and KubeFlow are also available [2].

When developing a CI/CD pipeline, containerization plays a significant role.

Examples of containerization tools: VMWare, Docker.

Although the adoption of containerization in ML is still relatively new, it provides a highly efficient way to package and deploy applications [2]. For example, you can containerize a Flask-based ML web application and deploy it on a cloud platform like Microsoft Azure [1].

Additionally, using Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) allows your ML model to communicate with other applications seamlessly [1]. APIs play a crucial role in the deployment process, enabling smooth interactions between various software components.

In conclusion, to create a CI/CD pipeline for ML and AI model deployment, start by understanding the principles of MLOps and the components of an ML pipeline.

Select the right tools and platforms, and leverage containerization, APIs, and best practices from the CI/CD and DevOps world. Remember, the goal is to streamline and automate the entire process and make it as efficient as possible, ensuring that your ML and AI models are production-ready.

References: [1]

Machine Learning, Pipelines, Deployment and MLOps ...⁠

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CI/CD for Machine Learning & AI⁠

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Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/ ...⁠

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A student’s narrative: Tanveer

I was eager to explore the world of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence, especially when it came to deploying models efficiently.

In my class project, I decided to build a generative AI language model, and I knew I needed to incorporate Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) principles to make it successful.

I began by researching MLOps, as it combines CI/CD and DevOps practices specifically for ML and AI projects.

I focused on streamlining the deployment process for my model, which involved selecting the right tools, platforms, and leveraging containerization, APIs, and other best practices.

During the development of my project, I was meticulous about each step and made sure to maintain a strong foundation in MLOps. I learned the importance of managing data and ensuring my model was reproducible and accurate. Additionally, I worked on automating the training, validation, and deployment of my model using CI/CD pipelines.

As a result, my generative AI language model became a success, earning me top marks in the class. The project demonstrated the power of combining AI and ML with CI/CD methodologies, and I felt proud of my achievements.

It was a transformative experience that shaped my understanding of the potential of AI, ML, and MLOps in creating efficient and scalable solutions.

Tanveer's project success story demonstrated the effective use of MLOps, a framework that addresses the complexities of deploying and updating AI products at scale [1]. She intelligently utilized project management methodologies and tools to streamline her generative AI language model development.

For her project, Tanveer employed the well-known agile project management methodology {git actions and git events}, which helped her quickly adapt to changing requirements and iterate on her model [3]. She also used the CI/CD pipeline, a core DevOps practice, to automate the building, testing, and deployment of her ML model [3].

To implement her ML model, Tanveer leveraged popular tools such as TensorFlow for model training and validation, and Git for version control. For CI/CD, she utilized Jenkins, an open-source automation server, to automate her pipeline and ensure seamless integration and deployment [2].

Tanveer deployed her ML model on a cloud platform using cloud-based DevOps tools, which allowed her to scale her project easily and manage resources efficiently. She chose the Azure DevOps suite, a set of cloud-based services that offer collaborative coding, testing, and deployment of applications [3].

Throughout the project, Tanveer placed emphasis on continuous monitoring, ensuring optimal model performance and addressing data drift.

By combining best practices from MLOps, CI/CD, and agile project management, Tanveer's project stood out as an exemplary case study, demonstrating the power of commercial IT development practices in AI and ML applications [1][3].

References: [1]

MLOps: Methods and Tools of DevOps for Machine Learning⁠

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MLOps: Continuous delivery and automation pipelines in ...⁠

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4 Ways Machine Learning Teams Use CI/CD in Production⁠

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