--- title: Best Generative AI posts of 2024 | daily.dev description: The most upvoted Generative AI posts of 2024, curated by the daily.dev community. canonical: https://daily.dev/tags/genai/best-of/2024 twitter:card: summary_large_image twitter:site: @dailydotdev og:url: https://daily.dev/tags/genai/best-of/2024 og:type: website og:site_name: daily.dev og:title: Best Generative AI posts of 2024 | daily.dev og:description: The most upvoted Generative AI posts of 2024, curated by the daily.dev community. og:image: https://media.daily.dev/image/upload/s--VAY5ToZt--/f_auto/v1724209435/public/daily.dev%20-%20open%20graph --- # Best of Generative AI — 2024 1. 1 [](/posts/wake-up-babe-a-dangerous-new-open-source-ai-model-is-here-7dysofqi2 "Wake up babe, a dangerous new open-source AI model is here") Video Fireship · 2y Wake up babe, a dangerous new open-source AI model is here Two new AI image generators were released—Imagin 3 from Google and Grock 2 from Elon—but neither is open source. The standout is Flux from Black Forest Labs, which is gaining attention for its hyperrealistic images and customization capabilities. The post explains how to run Flux locally, fine-tune it with custom data, and the different versions available for various uses. Additionally, it highlights the abilities and features of Google's Image Gen 3 model and differentiates it from Flux. 2.3K 56 2. 2 [](/posts/free-ai-courses-from-nvidia-for-all-levels-3q8wznvec "Free AI Courses from NVIDIA: For All Levels") Article KDnuggets · 2y Free AI Courses from NVIDIA: For All Levels Free AI courses from NVIDIA are available to help you learn and build AI applications. Topics include Generative AI, building a neural network, augmenting LLMs using Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG), and building RAG Agents with LLMs. 1.5K 50 3. 3 [](/posts/learn-generative-ai-in-30-hours-wy9iq2swr "Learn Generative AI in 30 Hours") Article freeCodeCamp · 3y Learn Generative AI in 30 Hours Learn Generative AI through a comprehensive course on the freeCodeCamp.org YouTube channel. The course covers various aspects of generative AI and its applications, including frameworks and models. It includes hands-on projects and is taught by leading experts in the field. 1.1K 34 4. 4 [](/posts/7-machine-learning-projects-that-can-add-value-to-any-resume-k4thswwps "7 Machine Learning Projects That Can Add Value to Any Resume") Article Machine Learning Mastery · 2y 7 Machine Learning Projects That Can Add Value to Any Resume Master essential ML skills by working on advanced projects like automatic image captioning, speech recognition, stock price forecasting, and reinforcement learning. Dive into fine-tuning models like Stable Diffusion XL and Llama 3, and building multi-step AI agents. These projects will help you handle complex neural network architectures and diverse datasets, making your resume more attractive to recruiters. 842 14 5. 5 [](/posts/learn-generative-ai-for-developers-tznclrccq "Learn Generative AI for Developers") Article freeCodeCamp · 2y Learn Generative AI for Developers Generative AI is transforming AI by enabling machines to produce text, images, and audio. A new 21-hour course on the freeCodeCamp.org YouTube channel offers a comprehensive guide for developers, covering foundational concepts, advanced methods, hands-on projects, and deployment. Key tools include Hugging Face, OpenAI, LangChain, and vector databases, with practical applications like chatbots and text summarizers. The course also delves into Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and deploying AI apps on Google Cloud and AWS. 735 12 6. 6 [](/posts/understanding-llms-from-scratch-using-middle-school-math-lolaslkgi "Understanding LLMs from scratch using middle school math") Article Medium · 2y Understanding LLMs from scratch using middle school math This post explains how large language models (LLMs) function using basic math concepts. It covers various components like neural networks, embeddings, self-attention, softmax, and the GPT and transformer architectures. The approach is highly educational, using simplified explanations and visual aids to make the concepts accessible to those with minimal mathematical background. 535 2 7. 7 [](/posts/ep130-design-a-system-like-youtube-ckfwbolfv "EP130: Design a System Like YouTube") Article ByteByteGo · 2y EP130: Design a System Like YouTube QA Wolf provides an AI-native approach to automate end-to-end testing, allowing teams to achieve rapid QA cycles and high test coverage. The post also covers various Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) models such as Waterfall, Agile, V-Model, and others. It includes a detailed process for designing a system similar to YouTube, highlighting steps like video upload, transcoding, and content delivery through a CDN. 379 1 8. 8 [](/posts/linus-torvalds-90-of-ai-marketing-is-hype-so-i-ignore-it--mcl1xmytr "Linus Torvalds: 90% of AI marketing is hype so 'I ignore it'") Article The Register · 2y Linus Torvalds: 90% of AI marketing is hype so 'I ignore it' Linus Torvalds, the creator of the Linux kernel, considers the majority of marketing around Generative AI to be mostly hype with little substance. While he acknowledges AI's potential to change the world, he remains skeptical about its over-promotion and prefers to wait and see how it will be utilized for real workloads in the next five years. The tech industry, known for overpromising on nascent technologies, has invested heavily in AI startups, but tangible returns remain limited. Other experts also share Torvalds' skepticism about the current state and future of Generative AI. 341 26 9. 9 [](/posts/a-year-of-project-idx-qeorcrbbr "A Year of Project IDX") Article Project IDX · 2y A Year of Project IDX Project IDX aims to redefine full-stack, multiplatform app development by integrating essential tools and services within a single browser tab. Key advancements include enhanced developer productivity with Generative AI, simplified project setup, and native mobile app development through tools like Flutter, React Native, and soon Android Studio. The development environment utilizes Nix for efficient configurations, supporting multiple languages and databases, and providing integrations with various tools like Google Maps, Firebase, and Google Cloud Secret Manager. 278 31 10. 10 [](/posts/prompt-engineering-for-developers-11-concepts-and-examples--csalhl5kh "Prompt Engineering For Developers: 11 Concepts and Examples 🎯🧙‍♂️⚡") Article Community Picks · 2y Prompt Engineering For Developers: 11 Concepts and Examples 🎯🧙‍♂️⚡ Prompt engineering involves refining inputs to AI models like ChatGPT to get optimal responses. Key techniques include making prompts specific, using active voice, giving models time to think, avoiding prompt injections, and utilizing few-shot and zero-shot prompting. It also involves setting constraints, reducing hallucinations, using delimiters, refining prompts iteratively, testing changes systematically, and asking the model to adopt a persona for better context and relevance. 225 10 11. 11 [](/posts/5-wild-new-ai-tools-you-can-try-right-now-erviggz8x "5 wild new AI tools you can try right now") Video Fireship · 2y 5 wild new AI tools you can try right now Discover five new generative AI tools that you can use right now, including video and image generation tools and an AI code editor. 216 8 12. 12 [](/posts/a-valve-engineer-used-chatgpt-to-find-a-new-matchmaking-algorithm-for-deadlock-and-now-it-s-in-the--kalj3jpqy "A Valve engineer used ChatGPT to find a new matchmaking algorithm for Deadlock, and now it's in the game") Article Community Picks · 2y A Valve engineer used ChatGPT to find a new matchmaking algorithm for Deadlock, and now it's in the game A Valve engineer, Fletcher Dunn, successfully used ChatGPT to identify a new matchmaking algorithm for the game Deadlock. He highlights how generative AI tools like ChatGPT can act as powerful search engines, simplifying the search process even with vague descriptions. Dunn believes that although AI technology might face challenges, it currently offers significant time efficiency and innovative solutions in game development. 182 11 13. 13 [](/posts/7-free-resource-to-master-llms-ziotzkt2f "7 Free Resource to Master LLMs") Article Machine Learning Mastery · 2y 7 Free Resource to Master LLMs Large Language Models (LLMs) are increasingly popular, with many companies seeking expertise in this area for AI-driven automation and optimization. This post reviews seven free resources, including courses from Cohere, Stanford, and Microsoft, as well as roadmaps and tutorials on GitHub and DataCamp. These resources aim to equip learners with the skills needed to understand, build, and deploy LLMs in various applications. 162 2 14. 14 [](/posts/api-for-image-generation-pqcpdaht3 "API for Image Generation") Article Community Picks · 2y API for Image Generation Generate images for social media and ecommerce using an API or #nocode tools. Templates can be edited and modified via API. Supports multiple languages and offers easy integration into existing platforms or apps. 144 5 15. 15 [](/posts/the-state-of-data-engineering-2024-t1ywu2dho "The State of Data Engineering 2024") Article Community Picks · 2y The State of Data Engineering 2024 The 2024 State of Data Engineering report discusses the influence of GenAI on software infrastructure, the expansion of product offerings due to the economic downturn, and the impact of open table formats and their catalogs in the data lake industry. It also highlights the importance of data version control and observability in AI/ML systems. 144 3 16. 16 [](/posts/building-a-generative-ai-platform-ntdnnn6zj "Building A Generative AI Platform") Article Chip Huyen · 2y Building A Generative AI Platform The post details the construction of a generative AI platform, highlighting the common components such as context enhancement, guardrails, model routers, gateways, and caching techniques. It explores the complexities of context construction through retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) and the necessity of guardrails for input and output protection. The article also discusses the importance of adding routers and gateways for handling multiple models, optimizing for cost and latency, and ensuring security. Observability and orchestration principles for managing extensive AI application flows are also covered. 129 3 17. 17 [](/posts/creating-a-github-copilot-extension-a-step-by-step-guide-iozvqmqaz "Creating a GitHub Copilot Extension: A Step-by-Step Guide") Article DEV · 2y Creating a GitHub Copilot Extension: A Step-by-Step Guide GitHub Copilot now supports custom extensions that integrate directly with Copilot. This guide walks you through setting up your project with Hono.js, creating and verifying request endpoints, and deploying your extension. The newly introduced Copilot SDK simplifies request verification, response formatting, and API interactions. Once developed, the extension can be tested in various environments like GitHub.com, VS Code, and Visual Studio. 110 12 18. 18 [](/posts/ultimate-chatgpt-prompt-guide-for-2024--part-2-kyi1l8vtq "Ultimate ChatGPT Prompt Guide for 2024- Part 2") Article Medium · 3y Ultimate ChatGPT Prompt Guide for 2024- Part 2 Learn about the Ultimate ChatGPT Prompt Guide for 2024 and how to create precise tasks quickly for efficient AI interactions. Discover productivity and AI tools to use with ChatGPT. Explore the top trending GPTs and top writing GPTs. 107 2 19. 19 [](/posts/deploy-ai-apps-using-docker-to-containerize-python-based-gen-ai-apps--vb3xsd5xa "Deploy AI apps using Docker to containerize python-based GEN-AI Apps.") Article Faun · 2y Deploy AI apps using Docker to containerize python-based GEN-AI Apps. Deploying AI applications can be streamlined using Docker to containerize Python-based generative AI apps. This guide walks you through setting up a full-stack application that answers questions about a PDF file, using LangChain for orchestration, Streamlit for the UI, Ollama for running the LLM, and Neo4j for vector storage. Key steps include cloning the repository, initializing Docker, configuring the Docker Compose file, and running the services to interact with the app via a browser. 107 2 20. 20 [](/posts/generating-music-using-ai-and-python--sofbdjkmu "Generating Music using AI and Python!") Article Medium · 2y Generating Music using AI and Python! Discover how to generate music using AI and Python with Facebook's MusicGen, a Transformer-based model. The post provides a detailed guide on setting up the Python environment with necessary libraries, importing and configuring the MusicGen model, and generating and saving music. The author also shares a future plan to create a Flask web application for generating music via a GUI. 101 1 21. 21 [](/posts/f-ck-around-and-find-out-wvv1lsfvt "F*ck Around and Find Out") Article Substack · 2y F\*ck Around and Find Out The current hype around AI in the SaaS industry has led to widespread implementation of AI features, often without clear understanding of their practical use and potential risks. Vendors are rushing to integrate generative AI into their products, despite unresolved issues in basic data management and analytics. The push for AI adoption mirrors past tech hype cycles and raises concerns about data reliability, accuracy, and the long-term utility of these AI tools. Businesses are advised to critically assess the tangible benefits and risks before jumping on the AI bandwagon, questioning the value and necessity of these features. 100 1 22. 22 [](/posts/where-to-get-started-with-genai-cv2vt9jhx "Where to get started with GenAI") Article ByteByteGo · 2y Where to get started with GenAI Generative AI (GenAI) is rapidly advancing with new models and techniques emerging frequently. This guide helps developers get started by understanding terminologies, utilizing Model APIs, and building GenAI applications. Key concepts include AI, machine learning, NLP, transformer models, and prompt engineering. Practical steps for integrating GenAI into applications and customizing models through techniques like fine-tuning and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) are also covered. 100 23. 23 [](/posts/practical-guide-to-linear-algebra-in-data-science-and-ai-uief7yrio "Practical Guide to Linear Algebra in Data Science and AI") Article freeCodeCamp · 2y Practical Guide to Linear Algebra in Data Science and AI Linear algebra is a practical tool that can be used to solve real-world problems in data science and AI. It is applied across various industries, and understanding its core concepts is essential for working with machine learning, deep learning, computer vision, and generative AI. A linear algebra roadmap for 2024 is provided to guide your learning journey, and there are numerous resources available to help you master linear algebra. 98 1 24. 24 [](/posts/anthropic-ai-launches-a-prompt-engineering-tool-that-generates-production-ready-prompts-in-the-anthr-dpyg7q0cb "Anthropic AI Launches a Prompt Engineering Tool that Generates Production-Ready Prompts in the Anthropic Console") Article Machine Learning News · 2y Anthropic AI Launches a Prompt Engineering Tool that Generates Production-Ready Prompts in the Anthropic Console Anthropic AI has launched a prompt engineering tool in the Anthropic Console that generates production-ready prompts, helping users maximize their outputs using generative AI and achieve optimal results. 93 7 25. 25 [](/posts/ai-studio-7fqls3r0u "AI Studio") Article Hacker News · 2y AI Studio AI Studio allows users to create custom AI characters for Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp in the US. Content creators can build AIs to engage their audience by mimicking their tone and expressions. The platform provides a step-by-step guide, offering full customization and control over the AI's behavior. 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