Melissa M. - LLM Trainer & Course Developer

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Berlin, Germany

Experience

Jan 2024 - Present

2 years

LLM Trainer & Course Developer

LLMs: The Basics & More

Design and teach a seminar that explores the inner workings of LLMs and equips participants with the knowledge to craft better prompts and set realistic expectations for what LLMs can actually deliver.
Cover different models, offer various prompt strategies, and wrap up with practical case studies relevant to the client’s industry.

Jan 2014 - Present

12 years

Tech Writer & Researcher

Freelance

Research and write articles on the latest technological innovations, contact policies, studies, and insights as a ghost writer for various publications, including Towards Data Science and The Startup.
Produce content for a bi-weekly German newsletter.

Jan 2013 - Dec 2014

2 years

Public Policy

Facebook

Maintain relationships with politicians, ministries, stakeholders, and safety partners in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
Escalate high-level user issues and complaints (IP/legal, technical, optimization queries).
Write and translate internal reports and briefing materials.
Organize events such as Meet Facebook@BASE_camp and Facebook Talks.

Jan 2011 - Dec 2016

6 years

Berlin, Germany

eContent Developer

Babbel

Conceptualize, create, and upload content for various English language learning courses for Babbel’s online and app platforms.
Integrate frontend content in the IDE.

Jan 2011 - Dec 2011

1 year

eTesting Developer

telc

Develop concepts for implementing eTesting alongside paper-based language tests.
Conduct research and evaluate market position and competition.

Jan 2009 - Dec 2014

6 years

Independent Translator

Self-employed

Provide technical, policy, and legal translation for Facebook.
Deliver academic translation for University of Braunschweig.
Perform medical translation for ProBioGen and Epigenomics.
Translate arts and leisure materials for Berlin Dance Office and other clients.

Jan 2009 - Dec 2010

2 years

eContent Developer

LinguaTV

Conceptualize and develop scripts for English film series, video tutorials, and language learning programs.
Develop three language courses, including learning materials, interactive lessons (Adobe Captivate, Hot Potatoes), and trainer handbooks.

Summary

Accomplished technology writer with over a decade of experience tracking tech trends for leading companies.

Following a policy role at Facebook, developed a specialized focus on technology regulation and its impact on innovation.

Proven ability to design and launch impactful training courses, including a recent, comprehensive program on large-language model (LLM) implementation for professionals.