DSPy: Replacing LLM Musings with Modules

Replacing LLM Musings with Modules

LLMs have unlocked powerful capabilities, but most of us are still stuck writing fragile prompts that break with every model update. In this talk, Ben McHone, Senior Software Consultant at Source Allies, will introduce DSPy, a new framework designed to move beyond prompt engineering by offering structured, modular tools for composing LLM behavior. He’ll cover core concepts like Signatures, Modules, and Optimizers, and show how DSPy enables scalable, testable, and reusable AI workflows.

If you’re frustrated with prompt fiddling and want to build AI you can trust, this talk will help you move from experimentation to real-world impact. Join us in person at Source Allies or online for this practical and insightful session. Food and drinks will be provided for in-person attendees.

Speaker Bio: Ben McHone, a senior engineering consultant at Source Allies, is at the forefront of deploying agentic AI solutions to production environments.
With a keen focus on measurable outcomes and metric driven development, Ben aims to tackle one of the major issues in the Generative AI landscape, "How do I know I can trust this technology?"
Ben's expertise in implementing AI at production scale aligns perfectly with Source Allies' mission of leveraging emerging technologies to exceed partners expectations and foster continuous learning within the tech community.

Date & Time:
Tuesday, July 22, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM CDT

Location:
Hosted at Source Allies (4501 NW Urbandale Dr, Urbandale, IA) or online

RSVP only if attending in-person.