RAG training
Retrieval-Augmented Generation that actually scales
RAG is a demo away, and a different fight in production. In this training you learn the full spectrum: chunking strategies, embeddings, hybrid search, re-ranking and the evaluation approach most teams skip until it bites them.
What you learn
- Chunking strategies and their impact on answer quality
- Choosing and benchmarking embedding models on your own data
- Vector stores next to hybrid search (BM25 + vector) and when each wins
- Re-ranking with cross-encoders and LLM rerankers
- Multi-hop, agentic and GraphRAG patterns
- Evaluation with RAGAS, custom test sets and human review
- Production: caching, cost, observability and reindex strategy
Who it's for
- 01Developers and ML engineers making knowledge bases searchable
- 02Data engineers setting up ETL for RAG pipelines
- 03Product owners who want to understand the quality of their RAG systems
Programme
- 09:30
RAG fundamentals
Pipeline, terminology and where quality really comes from.
- 10:30
Chunking and embeddings
Strategies with and without structure, and how to benchmark models.
- 13:00
Search and re-ranking
Hybrid search, BM25, vector and re-ranking models.
- 14:30
Evaluation
RAGAS, test sets, regressions and the gap between 'feels good' and 'is good'.
- 16:00
Production
Caching, cost, observability and when to reindex.
What you take away
What you take away
- A RAG pipeline on your own dataset with clear metrics
- Evaluation approach that catches regressions before release
- Decision tree for vector versus hybrid versus GraphRAG
Prerequisites
- Python at reading level
- Prior experience with a vector store or search engine helps
Frequently asked questions
Which tools do you use?+
We show several stacks — including LlamaIndex, LangChain, pgvector and Qdrant — and focus on the patterns rather than a single framework.
What does the training cost?+
Pricing on request. We'll send a tailored quote that includes course materials, recordings and 30 days of async support afterwards. For in-company sessions you pay one flat fee, regardless of headcount up to 12 people.
Where does the training take place?+
By default at our office in Utrecht or in-company at your own location. Fully remote is fine too; we then split the day into two half-day blocks.
Do I receive a certificate?+
Yes. Afterwards you receive a certificate of attendance listing the covered topics and hours, usable for CPD points and internal records.
Schedule this training
Send a short message or book a call. We confirm a date within one business day and send a tailored programme.