CANN for Edge AI Deployment Training Course
Huawei's Ascend CANN toolkit facilitates robust AI inference on edge devices like the Ascend 310. CANN offers essential tools for compiling, optimizing, and deploying models in environments with limited compute and memory resources.
This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level AI developers and integrators who want to deploy and optimize models on Ascend edge devices using the CANN toolchain.
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Prepare and convert AI models for the Ascend 310 using CANN tools.
- Develop lightweight inference pipelines using MindSpore Lite and AscendCL.
- Enhance model performance in environments with constrained compute and memory resources.
- Deploy and monitor AI applications in real-world edge scenarios.
Format of the Course
- Interactive lecture and demonstration.
- Hands-on lab work with models and scenarios specific to edge devices.
- Live deployment examples on virtual or physical edge hardware.
Course Customization Options
- To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.
Course Outline
Introduction to Edge AI and Ascend 310
- Overview of Edge AI: trends, constraints, and applications
- Huawei Ascend 310 chip architecture and supported toolchain
- Positioning CANN within the edge AI deployment stack
Model Preparation and Conversion
- Exporting trained models from TensorFlow, PyTorch, and MindSpore
- Using ATC to convert models to OM format for Ascend devices
- Handling unsupported ops and lightweight conversion strategies
Developing Inference Pipelines with AscendCL
- Using the AscendCL API to run OM models on Ascend 310
- Input/output preprocessing, memory handling, and device control
- Deploying within embedded containers or lightweight runtime environments
Optimization for Edge Constraints
- Reducing model size, precision tuning (FP16, INT8)
- Using the CANN profiler to identify bottlenecks
- Managing memory layout and data streaming for performance
Deploying with MindSpore Lite
- Using MindSpore Lite runtime for mobile and embedded targets
- Comparing MindSpore Lite with raw AscendCL pipeline
- Packaging inference models for device-specific deployment
Edge Deployment Scenarios and Case Studies
- Case study: smart camera with object detection model on Ascend 310
- Case study: real-time classification in an IoT sensor hub
- Monitoring and updating deployed models at the edge
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Experience with AI model development or deployment workflows
- Basic knowledge of embedded systems, Linux, and Python
- Familiarity with deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch
Audience
- IoT solution developers
- Embedded AI engineers
- Edge system integrators and AI deployment specialists
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