Fundamentals of GenAI (30%)

Gemini vs Gemma

KEY CONCEPTS

  • Gemini: Proprietary, API-accessed, managed by Google
  • Gemma: Open weights, self-hosted, customizable
  • Gemini Nano: Edge deployment for devices
  • Imagen: Text-to-image generation
  • Veo: Video generation
  • Use case alignment: control vs convenience
  • Cost implications of each approach

WHAT THE EXAM IS REALLY TESTING

Critical distinction. Exam frequently tests scenarios where choosing Gemini vs Gemma matters based on control, cost, compliance.

COMMON TRAPS

  • !Assuming Gemma is just "smaller Gemini"
  • !Forgetting Gemma requires infrastructure management
  • !Ignoring licensing and compliance requirements
  • !Confusing Gemini Nano (edge) with Gemma (open-weight)

OFFICIAL DOCUMENTATION

STUDY Q&A

  • What is the main difference between Gemini and Gemma?
    Gemini is a proprietary, managed model accessible via API on Google Cloud, ideal for ready-to-use, scalable solutions. Gemma is open-weight, allows self-hosting and customization, but requires infrastructure management and attention to compliance and licensing.

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