Join us for the July 2025 Dundee Data Meetup

Join us this July for a data showdown between big and small language models. Find out which one comes out on top!

Topic: Big vs. Small: The Language Model Showdown

Speaker: Surya Ramesh, Data Consultant

Surya is a freelance data consultant, with a unique blend of skills developed over 10+ years of professional experience, including data expertise, training, mentoring, and public speaking. She excels at breaking down complex technical concepts so for all audiences, backed by my MSc in Data Science. Driven by curiosity, she is committed to continuous improvement and passionate about using data ethically to create meaningful impact.

Talk Description:

Big vs. Small: The Language Model Showdown

Session Overview:

• 📘 Introduction to Language Models
  • Simple breakdown of how Language Models work.
• ⚖️ LLMs vs. SLMs
  • Comparison of strengths and weaknesses of Large vs. Small Language Models.
• 🧭 Choosing the Right Model
  • Practical scenarios to help guide your choice between LLMs and SLMs.
• 💻 Live Demo with Azure
  • Demo of a Small Language Model in action
• 🎯 Key Takeaways
  • Cut through the AI hype and walk away with a clear understanding of how language models work