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Advanced ComfyUI

From Builder to Expert: Automate, Scale, and Structure Advanced ComfyUI Pipelines.

Deep workflows, automation, training, 3D, and production-level systems

— built step by step, with expert guidance.

Live + Self-paced | 13 weeks

multiple instructors • production-ready pipeline • 1 real-world project

3 € • €3,200 (3-month installment plan)

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More About This Course

Advanced Comfy is a 13-week, hands-on program designed to take you from workflow user to workflow architect.

You'll learn how to build powerful, scalable, and production-ready systems inside ComfyUI — the exact kind used in professional studios for images, video, automation, and high-volume creative work.

Across the program, you'll develop a deep understanding of node logic, model behavior, custom training, and multi-stage pipelines. You'll install and run ComfyUI across local and cloud environments, build complex workflows from scratch, and learn how to troubleshoot, optimize, and automate your entire creative process.

By the end, you won't just use ComfyUI —

you'll master it.

Meet Your Mentors

Learn from industry leaders who've shaped the creative AI landscape

Maged Elbanna

Maged Elbanna

Course Director

Maged brings technical clarity to complex AI workflows. He'll guide you through ComfyUI, integration with Rhino/SketchUp, and production-level render consistency.

Luka Tisler

Luka Tisler

Co-Instructor

Luka brings years of experience in visual AI for advertising and content production. He specializes in high-volume, high-quality image workflows—and his sessions focus on real-world use cases and creative control.

What You'll Learn

How to design scalable, modular ComfyUI workflows
System-level thinking: from exploration to deployment
Debugging and iteration techniques used in production
Advanced ControlNets, training hooks, and custom node logic
Batch rendering, asset management, and pipeline optimization
Completion of a finished, portfolio-ready project tailored to your field
How to create reusable pipelines for characters, environments, or branded outputs

The 13 Weeks

1

What is Gen AI & Showcasing ComfyUI

Introduction to Generative AI foundational terms and building blocks for workflows.

2

Starting ComfyUI

Interface navigation, using assets, building simple workflows, and intro to model categories.

3

IP Adapters and ControlNets

Integration of IP Adapters and ControlNets into workflows for complex inputs.

4

Masking, Upscaling, and Inpainting

Techniques for localized generation, regional prompting, and refining images with upscaling.

5

Checkpoint (The LAB Session)

A play and development session to troubleshoot, share findings, and absorb previous weeks.

6

3D Generation in ComfyUI

Basics of 3D generation (Text/Image to 3D), Hunyuan3D models, and using ComfyUI as a rendering engine.

7

Video Gen (Part 01)

Basics of WAN (Text/Image to Video), context windows, and math for resource management/optimization.

8

Video Gen (Part 02)

Advanced video generation with embeddings, WAN Animate features, and advanced masking.

9

Checkpoint (The LAB Session)

Second playground session focused on project development, sharing, and team troubleshooting.

10

LoRas

LoRA recap, training principles (datasets, captioning), and introduction to training platforms.

11

Custom Nodes and Vibe Code

Exploring ComfyUI at the JSON level and creating custom nodes with "Vibe Coding."

12

Checkpoint (The LAB) + Final Prep

Final review of all learnings, building the final project, and presentation preparation.

13

Final Presentation

Final presentations and receiving feedback from founders and mentors.

Who This Course Is For

ComfyUI users who understand the basics and want to build advanced, production-level workflows
Technical Artists, 3D Designers, and Motion Specialists looking to scale their output with automation
Creative Technologists exploring custom nodes, multi-stage pipelines, and workflow logic
Studio Teams and AI Leads who need reliable, repeatable systems for high-volume image or video generation
Architectural and Visualization professionals integrating ComfyUI into 3D and rendering pipelines
Agencies, Studios, and Independent Creators wanting to future-proof their AI capabilities and push beyond preset tutorials

Course Rhythm

Masterclasses

Thursdays

4:00 PM - 6:30 PM CET

Sandbox Sessions

Tuesdays

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CET

Knowledge Drop

Wednesdays

Self-paced

Community

Unlimited

Unlimited

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need prior ComfyUI experience to join?
Yes. This is an advanced course. You should be comfortable building basic workflows in ComfyUI — connecting nodes, running generations, and installing custom nodes. If you are brand new to ComfyUI, we recommend starting with free tutorials to get the basics down first.
What will I be able to build after the course?
You will be able to build production-ready AI workflows — including LoRA training pipelines, multi-model composition workflows, 3D-to-AI render pipelines, and automated batch-processing systems. Our students have used these skills to deliver paid client work within weeks of completing the course.
What hardware or GPU do I need?
A GPU with at least 8GB VRAM (e.g., RTX 3060 or better) is recommended for running workflows locally. We also cover cloud GPU setups (RunPod, Vast.ai) for students without a dedicated GPU. Most of the course can be followed with cloud compute.
How are the live sessions structured?
Each week has a live workshop session where the instructor builds workflows in real time, plus a Q&A and review session where you get feedback on your own work. Sessions are recorded and available within 24 hours if you miss one.
Do I keep access to course materials after it ends?
Yes. You keep lifetime access to all recordings, workflow files, and course materials. You also stay in the alumni community where graduates share workflows and job opportunities.
Is there a certificate?
Yes. You receive a Lighthouse AI Academy certificate of completion after finishing the course and submitting your final project.
Can I pay in installments?
Yes. We offer payment plans for all courses. Check the pricing section on the course page for available options, or contact us for a custom arrangement.
What if I fall behind or miss sessions?
All sessions are recorded. You can watch at your own pace and ask questions asynchronously in the course community. Our mentors are available between sessions to help you catch up.

Ready to Start?

Join Advanced ComfyUI: Master advanced workflows, automation, and production-level systems, learning directly from experts who use ComfyUI at scale every day.

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