Training Optimization and Acceleration of AI Inference with OpenVINO: Practical Guide

Specialist course · Minimum level required

$4,725

  • 3 days
  • Onsite
  • 8 people max.
Ref: UTZ512
8 people max.
$4,725
In-company rate: from $8,558 for the whole teamExpertise rate: $1,575 per day, reflecting the difficulty level
On-site and certification exam on quote
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Why this program matters

  • Without mastering optimization and acceleration of AI inference across diverse hardware architectures, your AI models consume up to 5 times more CPU/GPU resources, causing critical latencies of several seconds per request.

  • An untrained team loses an average of 40 000 € annually in infrastructure overruns and productivity losses, with 75% of production deployments failing due to overload.

  • This exposes the company to a 30% erosion of its competitiveness in the AI market, while developers risk professional obsolescence against ultra-optimized competitors.

  • Each quarter without expertise aggravates these risks, threatening the viability of strategic projects.

Allan BUSI, Learni trainer · AI expert
Allan BUSI

Learni trainer · AI expert

73%productivity gap
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Optimization and Acceleration of AI Inference training objectives

  • Understand the OpenVINO architecture and its advantages for AI optimization
  • Install and configure the OpenVINO environment on different platforms (Windows, Linux, Edge devices)
  • Convert models from TensorFlow, PyTorch, ONNX to the OpenVINO IR format
  • Implement optimization strategies for inference on CPU, GPU, VPU
  • Effectively deploy optimized models in industrial applications
  • Monitor, diagnose and improve inference performance with OpenVINO
  • Automate optimization and inference pipelines

Program

Optimization and Acceleration of AI Inference curriculum: 3 modules over 3 days

Module 1 : Introduction to OpenVINO and First Steps

Presentation of the OpenVINO ecosystem, multi-environment installation, overview of tools (Model Optimizer, Inference Engine, Post-Training Optimization Tool). Quick start with the demo model. Hands-on with the command-line interface and first inference tests on CPU and GPU.

Module 2 : Optimization and AI Model Porting

Advanced conversion of TensorFlow and PyTorch models to the OpenVINO IR format. ONNX handling. Compatibility analysis, management of unsupported layers, weight transfers and quantization. Best practices for pruning, quantization and post-training optimization.

Module 3 : Deployment, Monitoring and Automation

Deployment on Edge devices (Raspberry Pi, Movidius, etc.), integration into industrial pipelines. Real-time monitoring, performance diagnostics. Automation of optimization tasks with Python, creation of scripts for production scenarios. Practical cases on real datasets.

How Optimization and Acceleration of AI Inference skills are assessed

  • Practical case study at the end of each day
  • Ongoing mini-project: end-to-end optimization and deployment of an AI application
  • Final quiz evaluating all topics covered

How the Optimization and Acceleration of AI Inference course is taught

  • Interactive courses via videoconference
  • Case studies and hands-on with real models
  • Supervised practical exercises and workshops
  • Access to datasets and open source models

Optimization and Acceleration of AI Inference training: access and practical arrangements

The Training Optimization and Acceleration of AI Inference with OpenVINO: Practical Guide program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.

The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.

Equipment required

For the smooth delivery of the Training Optimization and Acceleration of AI Inference with OpenVINO: Practical Guide program, the following equipment is required:

  • Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
  • Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
  • Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
  • Post-training access to materials and educational resources

For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.

* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program

Skills assessment methods

Assessment of skills acquired during the Training Optimization and Acceleration of AI Inference with OpenVINO: Practical Guide program is performed through:

  • During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
  • End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
  • After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills

Program accessibility

Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.

Enrollment terms and lead times

Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.

The Learni story

Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.

Our method

How Learni guarantees the quality of your Optimization and Acceleration of AI Inference training

Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.

Step 1

Rigorous trainer selection

Each trainer is validated on three criteria: hands-on field expertise, proven pedagogy and alignment with your industry.

  • Triple validation: technical, pedagogical, sectoral.
  • Minimum rating 4.8/5 over the last 12 sessions.
Step 2

You meet the trainer beforehand

30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.

  • Live briefing on goals and team context.
  • Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.
Step 3

Content tailored to your context

No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.

  • Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
  • Program co-written then validated by your team.
Step 4

Continuous quality follow-up

Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.

  • NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
  • Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.

A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.

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FAQ

Optimization and Acceleration of AI Inference: frequently asked questions

What can participants do after Optimization and Acceleration of AI Inference with OpenVINO: Practical Guide training?+
They can understand the OpenVINO architecture and its advantages for AI optimization, install and configure the OpenVINO environment on different platforms (Windows, Linux, Edge devices) and convert models from TensorFlow, PyTorch, ONNX to the OpenVINO IR format. Those are the stated objectives of the Optimization and Acceleration of AI Inference with OpenVINO: Practical Guide program at Advanced level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.
What does the Optimization and Acceleration of AI Inference with OpenVINO: Practical Guide program cover, day by day?+
Day 1: Introduction to OpenVINO and First Steps. Day 2: Optimization and AI Model Porting. Day 3: Deployment, Monitoring and Automation. The Optimization and Acceleration of AI Inference with OpenVINO: Practical Guide program runs over 3 days, delivered on site.
How is Optimization and Acceleration of AI Inference with OpenVINO: Practical Guide training assessed?+
Assessment relies on practical case study at the end of each day, ongoing mini-project: end-to-end optimization and deployment of an AI application and final quiz evaluating all topics covered. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the Optimization and Acceleration of AI Inference with OpenVINO: Practical Guide program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.
How much does Optimization and Acceleration of AI Inference with OpenVINO: Practical Guide training cost per participant?+
Optimization and Acceleration of AI Inference with OpenVINO: Practical Guide training costs $4,725 per participant. For an in-company team, the flat rate starts at $8,558 for the whole group, up to 8 people. The detailed quote, sent within one business day, adjusts the amount to the format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team.
How long does Optimization and Acceleration of AI Inference with OpenVINO: Practical Guide training take?+
3 days, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices. Half-day tracks spread over several weeks are possible so the team stays operational.
Who pays for Optimization and Acceleration of AI Inference with OpenVINO: Practical Guide training?+
Most US teams pay directly through their company L&D or training budget. Learni invoices in US dollars and accepts bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.
What do participants need to know before Optimization and Acceleration of AI Inference with OpenVINO: Practical Guide training?+
Good knowledge of Python, fundamental notions of artificial intelligence and machine learning, experience using frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch.
Is a certificate issued after Optimization and Acceleration of AI Inference with OpenVINO: Practical Guide training?+
Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report. Learni is a certified training provider and prepares for third-party certifications, but does not award them itself.
Does Learni provide the equipment for Optimization and Acceleration of AI Inference with OpenVINO: Practical Guide training?+
No. A computer and a stable internet connection are required for each participant. Learni provides the learning platform, the trainer and all course materials.
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