Question 1

What is Lightning AI?

Accepted Answer

**Lightning AI** is your all-in-one platform for building AI products, from idea to production. With **zero setup**, you can access GPUs, train models, and deploy them faster than ever. Whether you're a researcher, developer, or enterprise, Lightning AI simplifies the process, letting you focus on innovation, not infrastructure.

Question 2

What are the features of Lightning AI?

Accepted Answer

* **Access GPUs**: Get started with **$35 free GPU hours/month** and pay as you go from **$0.40/hr**.
* **Train & Deploy**: Prototype like a researcher and deploy like an enterprise.
* **No-Code & Full-Code Options**: Instantly deploy no-code APIs or edit full-code templates.
* **Enterprise-Grade Security**: SOC2 and HIPAA compliant, ensuring your data stays secure.
* **Multi-Cloud Support**: Run on AWS, GCP, or Azure (coming soon).

Question 3

What are the use cases of Lightning AI?

Accepted Answer

* **LinkedIn**: Powers their newsfeed with a **100B LLM** trained using Lightning.
* **NVIDIA**: Trains generative AI models with Lightning.
* **Cisco**: Develops AI models **15x faster** for their security suite.
* **RunwayML**: Trains video models **10× faster** with Lightning.
* **Stability AI**: Uses Lightning for training models like **Stable Diffusion**.

Question 4

How to use Lightning AI?

Accepted Answer

1. **Launch a Free Studio**: Start with **35 free GPU hours** and no credit card required.
2. **Choose Your Plan**: From Free to Enterprise, pick the plan that fits your needs.
3. **Train & Deploy**: Use cloud GPUs in your browser or local IDE, and deploy models with zero setup.
4. **Scale Up**: Upgrade to Pro or Enterprise for features like **multi-GPU support** and **real-time cost controls**.

Question 5

How much does Lightning AI cost?

Accepted Answer

Start with **35 free GPU hours/month**, then pay as you go from **$0.40/hr**. Pro and Enterprise plans offer additional features.

Question 6

Is Lightning AI secure?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it’s **SOC2 and HIPAA compliant**, ensuring enterprise-grade security for your data.

Question 7

Can I use my own cloud credits?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! You can use your **AWS/GCP credits** or cloud commitments with Lightning AI.

Question 8

What GPUs are available?

Accepted Answer

You can access GPUs like **T4, L4, A10G, L40S, A100, H100, and H200**, depending on your plan.