LLMOps, eller Large Language Model Operations, is a specialized discipline within the broader field of MLOps (Machine Learning Operations) that focuses on managing, distributing, and maintaining large language models (LLMs). LLMs are powerful AI models that can generate human-like text, translate languages, write creative content, and answer questions informatively. Due to their complexity and resource requirements, LLMs pose unique challenges when it comes to operations.
For instance, a company developing a chatbot powered by an LLM could use LLMOps to optimize the model’s performance, ensure its continued relevance, and troubleshoot any issues that arise during deployment. This could involve techniques such as model pruning, quantization, and regularization, as well as monitoring and analysis tools to track the model’s behavior over time.