Cambricon MLU Development with BANGPy and Neuware Training Course
Cambricon MLUs (Machine Learning Units) are purpose-built AI processors designed to enhance inference and training capabilities in both edge computing and data centre environments.
This instructor-led live training, available either online or onsite, is tailored for intermediate developers looking to construct and deploy AI models leveraging the BANGPy framework and Neuware SDK on Cambricon MLU hardware.
Upon completing this training, participants will be equipped to:
- Configure and set up development environments for BANGPy and Neuware.
- Develop and refine Python and C++ models optimised for Cambricon MLUs.
- Deploy models onto edge and data centre devices running the Neuware runtime.
- Integrate machine learning workflows with MLU-specific acceleration features.
Course Format
- Interactive lectures and discussions.
- Practical application of BANGPy and Neuware for development and deployment.
- Guided exercises centred on optimization, integration, and testing.
Customisation Options
- To arrange bespoke training for this course, tailored to your specific Cambricon device model or use case, please contact us directly.
Course Outline
Introduction to Cambricon and MLU Architecture
- Overview of Cambricon’s AI chip portfolio.
- MLU architecture and instruction pipeline.
- Supported model types and use cases.
Installing the Development Toolchain
- Installing BANGPy and Neuware SDK.
- Setting up the environment for Python and C++.
- Model compatibility and preprocessing.
Model Development with BANGPy
- Tensor structure and shape management.
- Computation graph construction.
- Custom operation support within BANGPy.
Deploying with Neuware Runtime
- Converting and loading models.
- Execution and inference control.
- Best practices for edge and data centre deployment.
Performance Optimization
- Memory mapping and layer tuning.
- Execution tracing and profiling.
- Common bottlenecks and solutions.
Integrating MLU into Applications
- Utilizing Neuware APIs for application integration.
- Streaming and multi-model support.
- Hybrid CPU-MLU inference scenarios.
End-to-End Project and Use Case
- Lab: Deploying a vision or NLP model.
- Edge inference with BANGPy integration.
- Testing accuracy and throughput.
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- A fundamental understanding of machine learning model structures.
- Practical experience with Python and/or C++.
- Familiarity with concepts regarding model deployment and acceleration.
Audience
- Embedded AI developers.
- ML engineers deploying solutions to edge or data centre environments.
- Developers working with Chinese AI infrastructure.
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