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Generative AI: Introduction and Applications
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Generative AI: Introduction and Applications
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Instructor: Rav Ahuja
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What you'll learn
Describe generative AI and distinguish it from discriminative AI.
Describe the capabilities of generative AI and its use cases in the real world.
Identify the applications of generative AI in different sectors and industries.
Explore common generative AI models and tools for text, code, image, audio, and video generation.
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There are 3 modules in this course
In this module, you will learn the fundamentals of generative artificial intelligence (AI), including its evolution, and how it differs from discriminative AI. You will also explore the core capabilities of generative AI with a focus on text generation and gain hands-on experience in prompting language models to generate, convert, and refine text content.
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8 videos5 readings2 assignments1 app item1 discussion prompt
In this module, you will learn about the applications of generative AI and its transformative power across various sectors and industries, such as IT and DevOps, entertainment, education, banking and finance, healthcare, and human resources. You’ll learn how this technology is helping professionals streamline workflows, boost productivity, and work more efficiently. The module also introduces key capabilities and real-world use cases of popular generative AI tools for text, image, code, audio, video, and virtual world generation. Through hands-on labs, you will gain practical experience with tools like ChatGPT and Dall-E 3 to solidify your understanding of these capabilities. Finally, expert insights will provide a deeper understanding of how generative AI is shaping the future across diverse sectors.
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7 videos1 reading2 assignments1 app item1 discussion prompt4 plugins
This module includes a graded quiz to assess and reinforce your understanding of the concepts covered in the course. It also features a glossary to help you better understand generative AI-related terms. Additionally, the module includes a project that allows you to practice generating text, images, and code using generative AI. Finally, the module provides guidance on the next steps in your learning journey.
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Course is very informative & good . In terms of getting certified, you can allow us to write assignments so we can find the feedback before subscribing.
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Reviewed on Feb 19, 2025
Good for introductions, but doesn't go as deep as I wanted in some important concepts or topics. It's also a little outdated, other than that very good explanations.
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Reviewed on Nov 30, 2024
Worth your time, the course is very well paced and offers a sound foundation in the mysterious AI world as such that it doesn't stay a mystery anymore.
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