Jet-setting with Llama 2 + Grammars

The blog post explores the application of Meta's Llama 2 with built-in grammar support, highlighting its ability to ensure syntactic precision in tasks like information extraction. The author describes a practical use case where a JSON schema was employed to extract flight details from an email using Llama 2 models, successfully generating a structured output in the desired format. While acknowledging that Llama 2 and similar models are not substitutes for traditional NLP tools, the author emphasizes the ease with which such AI models can be used to prototype solutions quickly, potentially revisiting previously challenging projects. The post reflects on the evolution of technology from the days of services like TripIt to the current capabilities of AI, encouraging readers to leverage Llama 2 for creative problem-solving.