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Developing LLM Applications Using Prompt Flow in Azure AI Studio

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Developing LLM Applications Using Prompt Flow in Azure AI Studio

By Deepak Kaaushik, Microsoft MVP

Large Language Models (LLMs) are at the forefront of AI-driven innovation, shaping how organizations extract insights, interact with customers, and automate workflows. At the recent Canadian MVP Show, Rahat Yasir and I had the privilege of presenting a session on developing robust LLM applications using Prompt Flow in Azure AI Studio. Here’s a summary of our presentation, diving into the power and possibilities of Prompt Flow.

What is Prompt Flow?

Prompt Flow is an end-to-end platform for LLM application development, testing, and deployment. It is specifically designed to simplify complex workflows while ensuring high-quality outcomes through iterative testing and evaluation.

Key Features Include:

  • Flow Development: Combine LLMs, custom prompts, and Python scripts to create sophisticated workflows.
  • Prompt Tuning: Test different variants to optimize your application’s performance.
  • Evaluation Metrics: Assess model outputs using pre-defined metrics for quality and consistency.
  • Deployment and Monitoring: Seamlessly deploy your applications and monitor their performance over time.

Agenda of the Session

  1. Overview of Azure AI: Setting the stage with the foundational components of Azure AI Studio.
  2. Preparing the Environment: Ensuring optimal configurations for prompt flow workflows.
  3. Prompt Flow Overview: Exploring its architecture, lifecycle, and use cases.
  4. Capabilities: Highlighting the tools and functionalities that make Prompt Flow indispensable.
  5. Live Demo: Showcasing the evaluation of RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) systems using Prompt Flow.

Prompt Flow Lifecycle

The lifecycle of Prompt Flow mirrors the iterative nature of AI development:

  1. Develop: Create flows with LLM integrations and Python scripting.
  2. Test: Fine-tune prompts to optimize performance for diverse use cases.
  3. Evaluate: Utilize robust metrics to validate outputs against expected standards.
  4. Deploy & Monitor: Transition applications into production and ensure continuous improvement.

RAG System Evaluation

One of the highlights of the session was a live demo on evaluating a Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) system using Prompt Flow. RAG systems combine retrieval mechanisms with generative models, enabling more accurate and contextually relevant outputs.

Why RAG Matters

RAG architecture enhances LLMs by integrating factual retrieval from external sources, making them ideal for applications requiring high precision.

Evaluation in Prompt Flow

We showcased:

  • Custom Metrics: Designing tests to assess output relevance and factual accuracy.
  • Flow Types: Using modular tools in Prompt Flow to streamline evaluation.

Empowering You to Build Smarter Applications

Prompt Flow equips developers and data scientists with the tools to build smarter, scalable, and reliable AI applications. Whether you’re experimenting with LLM prompts or refining a RAG workflow, Prompt Flow makes the process intuitive and effective.

Join the Journey

To learn more, visit the Prompt Flow documentation. Your feedback and questions are always welcome!

Thank you to everyone who joined the session. Together, let’s continue pushing the boundaries of AI innovation.

Deepak Kaaushik
Microsoft MVP | Cloud Solution Architect