{"id":7655,"date":"2024-05-02T12:53:01","date_gmt":"2024-05-02T12:53:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/djangostars.com\/blog\/?p=7655"},"modified":"2025-09-14T16:05:06","modified_gmt":"2025-09-14T16:05:06","slug":"rag-question-answering-with-python","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/djangostars.com\/blog\/rag-question-answering-with-python\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Develop RAG Question-Answering System: Examples and Use Cases"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Question-answering systems have enhanced user interactions with accurate and timely information. This time, we\u2019ll explore how to develop a RAG question answering system with Python.<!--This time, we\u2019ll explore the Retrieval-augmented generation techniques in Python.--> While this guide focuses on the core Python implementation, the same RAG pattern generalizes to enterprise scenarios\u2014including <a href=\"https:\/\/djangostars.com\/blog\/generative-ai-use-cases-in-supply-chain\/\">generative ai in supply chain<\/a>, industrial manufacturing, and financial services\u2014so you can adapt the steps to your own domain data without altering the fundamentals. This leverages Natural Language Processing (NLP) and machine learning advancements to improve these systems, providing more contextually aware and precise responses.<\/p>\n<p>By the end of this article, you will know:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The basics of Question and Answer applications<\/li>\n<li>Overview of RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation)<\/li>\n<li>How to implement RAG without LangChain<\/li>\n<li>Practical code examples<\/li>\n<li>Case Study from Django Stars<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><div class=\"info_box_shortcode_holder\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/djangostars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Web-Development_1.png)\">\n    <div class=\"info_box_label\">\n    Services\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"info_box_logo\">\n    \n    <\/div>\n    \n    <div class=\"info_box_title font_size_\">\n   <span class=\"info_box_title_inner\">Boost your web development.&lt;br \/&gt;\n<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"info_box_link\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/djangostars.com\/services\/web-development\/\" target=\"_blank\" >\n            <span>Learn More<\/span>\n            <div class=\"button_animated\">\n                <svg width=\"24\" height=\"12\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 12\" fill=\"none\"\n                     xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path d=\"M23.725 5.33638C23.7248 5.3361 23.7245 5.33577 23.7242 5.33549L18.8256 0.460497C18.4586 0.0952939 17.865 0.096653 17.4997 0.463684C17.1345 0.830668 17.1359 1.42425 17.5028 1.7895L20.7918 5.06249H0.9375C0.419719 5.06249 0 5.48221 0 5.99999C0 6.51777 0.419719 6.93749 0.9375 6.93749H20.7917L17.5029 10.2105C17.1359 10.5757 17.1345 11.1693 17.4998 11.5363C17.865 11.9034 18.4587 11.9046 18.8256 11.5395L23.7242 6.66449C23.7245 6.66421 23.7248 6.66388 23.7251 6.6636C24.0923 6.29713 24.0911 5.70163 23.725 5.33638Z\"\n                          fill=\"#282828\"><\/path>\n                <\/svg>\n                <div class=\"shape\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div><br \/>\nWhether you&#8217;re looking to build a new question-answering system for a chatbot or enhance an existing project with advanced AI capabilities, this tutorial will provide you with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complexities of these technologies. You will also discover how AI tools helped Django Stars transform Illumidesk into a robust system.<\/p>\n<h2>Overview of Q&amp;A Applications<\/h2>\n<p>Question and Answer (Q&amp;A) applications are powerful tools that streamline how we interact with information, enabling users to receive quick and precise answers. These applications integrate complex workflows and modern technologies, making them incredibly efficient for handling various tasks across multiple domains.<br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-7661\" src=\"https:\/\/djangostars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Building-a-Document-based-Question-Answering-System-with-Semantic-Search-Pinecone-and-LLMs-like-GPT-4-and-ChatGPT.png\" alt=\"Building a Document-based Question Answering System with Semantic Search, Pinecone, and LLMs like GPT-4 and ChatGPT\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1790\" srcset=\"https:\/\/djangostars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Building-a-Document-based-Question-Answering-System-with-Semantic-Search-Pinecone-and-LLMs-like-GPT-4-and-ChatGPT.png 1440w, https:\/\/djangostars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Building-a-Document-based-Question-Answering-System-with-Semantic-Search-Pinecone-and-LLMs-like-GPT-4-and-ChatGPT-241x300.png 241w, https:\/\/djangostars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Building-a-Document-based-Question-Answering-System-with-Semantic-Search-Pinecone-and-LLMs-like-GPT-4-and-ChatGPT-824x1024.png 824w, https:\/\/djangostars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Building-a-Document-based-Question-Answering-System-with-Semantic-Search-Pinecone-and-LLMs-like-GPT-4-and-ChatGPT-768x955.png 768w, https:\/\/djangostars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Building-a-Document-based-Question-Answering-System-with-Semantic-Search-Pinecone-and-LLMs-like-GPT-4-and-ChatGPT-1236x1536.png 1236w, https:\/\/djangostars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Building-a-Document-based-Question-Answering-System-with-Semantic-Search-Pinecone-and-LLMs-like-GPT-4-and-ChatGPT-121x150.png 121w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Detailed Workflow of Q&amp;A Applications<\/h3>\n<p>Here\u2019s a closer look at how a typical RAG question answering with Python application operates, utilizing advanced components for processing and retrieving information:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b>Document Loaders.<\/b> The initial step involves loading the documents from which you need answers. These documents are then prepared for processing, often converting into a format suitable for analysis.<\/li>\n<li><b>Text Splitters. <\/b>The documents are split into manageable chunks. This helps organize the data better and optimize the storage and retrieval processes.<\/li>\n<li><b>Vector Storage.<\/b> Once the documents are prepared, their text is converted into vector embeddings. These embeddings are then stored in a vector database, such as Pinecone. This database is designed to handle large volumes of data and retrieve them with minimal latency, enhancing the application&#8217;s performance.<\/li>\n<li><b>Document Retrieval.<\/b> When a user submits a query, the system uses similarity search techniques to find and retrieve the most relevant document segments from the vector database. This is crucial for having accurate and contextually relevant conversations.<\/li>\n<li><b>Model Output<\/b>. Finally, the retrieved texts are used to generate a precise answer to the user&#8217;s query. This response is based on the context of the user&#8217;s initial question and the information retrieved from the database.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<blockquote><p>In addition to Pinecone, we can use an SQL database for vector storage. One example is the PGvector plugin for Postgres. These databases are similar to ElasticSearch, where we store and search by key-value pairs. This makes searching more efficient as it involves searching for pairs of &#8216;key = vector&#8217; and &#8216;value = text&#8217;.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3>Advantages of Custom Q&amp;A Applications<\/h3>\n<p>Custom-built Q&amp;A applications offer several significant advantages over traditional model methods:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Context-Specific Answers. They provide answers that match the query&#8217;s context, resulting in more relevant and valuable responses.<\/li>\n<li>Adaptability. These applications can continuously adapt to new documents and data, expanding their knowledge base and accuracy.<\/li>\n<li>Cost-Efficiency. Since there is no need for ongoing model training, these applications can be more cost-effective while still delivering high-quality outputs.<\/li>\n<li>Precision. By leveraging advanced vector databases and retrieval methods, custom Q&amp;A applications can offer more precise answers than general Q&amp;A models.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) for Question-answering<\/h2>\n<p>RAG combines the strengths of retrieval-based and generative systems. This hybrid approach allows for more accurate, informed, and context-rich responses in Q&amp;A applications.<\/p>\n<h3>How Does Retrieval Augmented Generation with Python Work?<\/h3>\n<p>The RAG framework operates through a two-step process:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b> Retrieval Phase.<\/b> Initially, the system uses a retrieval component called a &#8220;retriever&#8221; to query a vast knowledge base. It can be a database, a document collection, or a web. The retriever identifies a subset of documents relevant to the user&#8217;s question. This step ensures that the information used to generate answers is relevant and precise.<\/li>\n<li><b> Generation Phase.<\/b> Following the retrieval, the generative component, known as the &#8220;generator,&#8221; takes over. It crafts a response based on the original question and the information extracted during retrieval. Unlike traditional models that generate answers based solely on pre-trained knowledge, RAG can dynamically incorporate new, external data for each query.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!--Here\u2019s a simple illustration of setting up a RAG system for a Q&amp;A application:--><br \/>\nHere\u2019s a simple illustration of implementation a RAG system for a Q&amp;A application:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Data Retrieval. Start by configuring a document loader to fetch and prepare the documents. These documents are then processed into a suitable format for the retrieval phase, often using techniques like text splitting to enhance search efficiency.<\/li>\n<li>Vector Embedding. The documents are converted into vector embeddings using language models, which help map the textual information into a numerical space that machines can understand and compare.<\/li>\n<li>Similarity Search. Using similarity search techniques, the embedding of a given user query is compared against the document embeddings. This helps find the most relevant text within the document corpus.<\/li>\n<li>Answer Generation. The generator combines the retrieved text with the original query to create a coherent and contextually relevant answer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Here is an example of setting up a semantic search pipeline with RAG to create a system that answers questions based on a set of documents:<\/p>\n<pre><code>def rag_answer(question, documents):\r\n query_embedding = embed(question)\r\n similar_docs = retrieve_similar_documents(query_embedding, documents)\r\n retrieved_text = \" \".join([doc.text for doc in similar_docs])\r\n answer = generate_answer(question, retrieved_text)\r\n return answer<\/code><\/pre>\n<p>In this example, embed converts the question into a vector, retrieve_similar_documents searches for the most relevant documents, and generate_answer combines the query and retrieved texts to produce the final response.<\/p>\n<h2>Understanding RAG without Langchain<\/h2>\n<p>For those looking for retrieval-augmented generation techniques in Python without the Langchain library, the process can be distilled into several specific tasks: setting up a document retriever, generating embeddings, querying these embeddings, and then using the results to inform a generative model for answer generation. Here, we&#8217;ll focus on a more direct approach using available tools.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 1. Set Up the Retriever<\/h3>\n<p>You need a mechanism to retrieve relevant documents based on a query. This involves:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Embedding Documents. Convert text documents into numerical vectors using transformer-based models like BERT, available through the Hugging Face transformers library.<\/li>\n<li>Indexing Vectors. An indexing library such as FAISS can be used to organize these embeddings efficiently for rapid retrieval. You\u2019ll find a full code sample after the last step.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Step 2. Retrieve Documents<\/h3>\n<p>For a given query, convert it into an embedding and use your FAISS index to find the most relevant document embeddings.<\/p>\n<pre><code>def retrieve_documents(query, tokenizer, model, index, documents, k=5):\r\n query_inputs = tokenizer(query, return_tensors='pt', truncation=True, max_length=512)\r\n query_outputs = model(**query_inputs)\r\n query_embedding = query_outputs.last_hidden_state.mean(dim=1).detach().numpy()\r\n\r\n _, indices = index.search(query_embedding, k)\r\n return [documents[idx] for idx in indices[0]]<\/code><\/pre>\n<h3>Step 3. Generate Answers<\/h3>\n<p>Use the retrieved documents to generate an answer. This can be done with an OpenAI generative model, where you format the input to include both the query and the context provided by the retrieved documents.<\/p>\n<pre><code>import openai\r\n\r\ndef generate_answer(query, retrieved_docs):\r\n context = ' '.join(retrieved_docs)\r\n prompt = f\"Based on the following information: {context}, answer the question: {query}\"\r\n response = openai.Completion.create(\r\n engine=\"davinci\",\r\n prompt=prompt,\r\n max_tokens=150\r\n )\r\n return response.choices[0].text.strip()<\/code><\/pre>\n<p>Combining the Components for a RAG System:<\/p>\n<pre><code>def answer_question(question):\r\n retrieved_docs = retrieve_documents(question, tokenizer, model, index, documents, k=5)\r\n answer = generate_answer(question, retrieved_docs)\r\n return answer<\/code><\/pre>\n<p>Here is an example with transformers and FAISS index where we also install a library for the base vectors and use custom models:<\/p>\n<pre><code>from transformers import AutoModel, AutoTokenizer\r\nimport torch\r\nimport faiss\r\n\r\n# Load tokenizer and model\r\ntokenizer = AutoTokenizer.from_pretrained('bert-base-uncased')\r\nmodel = AutoModel.from_pretrained('bert-base-uncased')\r\n\r\n# 'documents' is a list of document texts\r\nembeddings = []\r\nfor doc in documents:\r\n inputs = tokenizer(doc, return_tensors='pt', truncation=True, max_length=512)\r\n outputs = model(**inputs)\r\n embeddings.append(outputs.last_hidden_state.mean(dim=1).detach().numpy())\r\n\r\n# Convert list of np.arrays to a single np.array\r\nembeddings = np.vstack(embeddings)\r\n\r\n# Create and train FAISS index\r\nindex = faiss.IndexFlatL2(embeddings.shape[1])\r\nindex.add(embeddings)<\/code><\/pre>\n<p>This setup explains using RAG for question-answering systems without specific libraries like Langchain. By understanding and controlling each part of the process, you gain the flexibility to customize and optimize your question-answering system to fit your specific needs better.<\/p>\n<h2>Easy Example of Using RAG with Python and OpenAI<\/h2>\n<p>Retrieval-augmented generative QA with OpenAI combines the power of search and language generation to provide nuanced answers based on extensive text corpora. This example will demonstrate a straightforward RAG implementation using Python and the OpenAI API to process and extract information from large text data.<br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-7660\" src=\"https:\/\/djangostars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/OpenAl-Assistant-API-with-Retriever-Tool.png\" alt=\"OpenAl Assistant API with Retriever Tool\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1148\" srcset=\"https:\/\/djangostars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/OpenAl-Assistant-API-with-Retriever-Tool.png 1440w, https:\/\/djangostars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/OpenAl-Assistant-API-with-Retriever-Tool-300x239.png 300w, https:\/\/djangostars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/OpenAl-Assistant-API-with-Retriever-Tool-1024x816.png 1024w, https:\/\/djangostars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/OpenAl-Assistant-API-with-Retriever-Tool-768x612.png 768w, https:\/\/djangostars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/OpenAl-Assistant-API-with-Retriever-Tool-188x150.png 188w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Step 0: Preparation of Text Data<\/h3>\n<p>Start with a substantial amount of text data. For this example, let\u2019s take a long text about what artificial intelligence is.<\/p>\n<pre><code>long_text = \"\"\"[Insert some long text about AI here]\"\"\"<\/code><\/pre>\n<h3>Step 1: Text Segmentation<\/h3>\n<p>Divide the text into manageable segments. This helps handle large texts and improves the efficiency of embedding and retrieval processes.<\/p>\n<pre><code>def split_text_into_chunks(text, chunk_size=200):\r\n return [text[i:i + chunk_size] for i in range(0, len(text), chunk_size)]\r\n\r\ntext_chunks = split_text_into_chunks(long_text, 200)<\/code><\/pre>\n<h3>Step 2: Generating Embeddings for Text Chunks<\/h3>\n<p>Use OpenAI&#8217;s API to generate embeddings for each text chunk. Store these embeddings in a dictionary with embeddings as keys and text chunks as values.<\/p>\n<pre><code>import requests\r\n\r\nheaders = {\r\n \"Authorization\": f\"Bearer YOUR_OPENAI_API_KEY\",\r\n \"Content-Type\": \"application\/json\",\r\n}\r\nembeddings_dict = {}\r\n\r\nfor chunk in text_chunks:\r\n response = requests.post(\r\n \"https:\/\/api.openai.com\/v1\/embeddings\",\r\n headers=headers,\r\n json={\"input\": chunk, \"model\": \"text-embedding-ada-001\"}\r\n )\r\n if response.status_code == 200:\r\n embedding = response.json()['data'][0]['embedding']\r\n embeddings_dict[tuple(embedding)] = chunk<\/code><\/pre>\n<h3>Step 3: Question Embedding<\/h3>\n<p>Embed the question using the same model to ensure compatibility with the embeddings in the database.<\/p>\n<pre><code>question = \"What is artificial intelligence?\"\r\nresponse = requests.post(\r\n \"https:\/\/api.openai.com\/v1\/embeddings\",\r\n headers=headers,\r\n json={\"input\": question, \"model\": \"text-embedding-ada-001\"}\r\n)\r\nquery_vector = response.json()['data'][0]['embedding']<\/code><\/pre>\n<h3>Step 4: Retrieving Relevant Text Segments<\/h3>\n<p>Compare the question&#8217;s embedding with the embeddings in the database using cosine similarity to find the most relevant segments.<\/p>\n<pre><code>from scipy.spatial.distance import cosine\r\n\r\ndef find_top_k_matches(query_vector, embeddings_dict, k=3):\r\n similarity_scores = {1 - cosine(query_vector, vec): text for vec, text in embeddings_dict.items()}\r\n return dict(sorted(similarity_scores.items(), key=lambda item: item[0], reverse=True)[:k])\r\n\r\ntop_matches = find_top_k_matches(query_vector, embeddings_dict)<\/code><\/pre>\n<h3>Step 5: Constructing the Final Query with Relevant Contexts<\/h3>\n<p>Concatenate the question with the top retrieved contexts to create a rich prompt for the language model.<\/p>\n<pre><code>context = \" \".join(top_matches.values())\r\nfinal_prompt = f\"Question: {question}\\nContext: {context}\"<\/code><\/pre>\n<h3>Step 6: Generating the Answer<\/h3>\n<p>Send the final prompt to a language model like GPT-3 or GPT-4 to generate an insightful answer.<\/p>\n<pre><code>response = requests.post(\r\n \"https:\/\/api.openai.com\/v1\/chat\/completions\",\r\n headers=headers,\r\n json={\"model\": \"gpt-3.5-turbo\", \"messages\": [{\"role\": \"user\", \"content\": final_prompt}]}\r\n)\r\nanswer = response.json()['choices'][0]['message']['content']\r\nprint(\"Generated Answer:\", answer)<\/code><\/pre>\n<p>This simple example showcases how to use Python and OpenAI&#8217;s API for a RAG implementation.<\/p>\n<h2>Technical Transformation of Illumidesk with Django Stars<\/h2>\n<p>In early 2022, Django Stars took on the challenge of revamping <a href=\"https:\/\/djangostars.com\/case-studies\/illumidesk\/\">Illumidesk<\/a>, an edtech platform struggling with scalability and functionality limits. Our goal was to transform it into a more robust and efficient system.<\/p>\n<p>We started by redesigning the platform\u2019s architecture to handle growing user demands more effectively. We integrated new tools for managing and analyzing educational content to improve efficiency. This made the system not only smoother but also more insightful.<\/p>\n<p>A key upgrade was integrating AI tools like ChatGPT (one of the advanced LLMs), which automated many course creation and grading tasks. 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This setup ensured the platform could manage more traffic and data without a hitch.<\/p>\n<p>Thanks to these upgrades, Illumidesk is now a more scalable and stable platform, ready to meet the diverse needs of educational institutions today.<br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-7662\" src=\"https:\/\/djangostars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Illumidesk.-A-US-based-Edtech-Platform.png\" alt=\"Illumidesk. 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