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Generative AI Essentials: A Comprehensive Introduction

Fractal Analytics via Coursera

Overview

Welcome to this introductory course on Generative AI, designed to empower you with the knowledge to harness this cutting-edge technology. This course offers a deep dive into the core concepts of Generative AI, exploring its ability to create new content from existing data and its significant impact on society and organizational efficiency. Learn the art of interacting with AI through prompts, and discover its diverse applications in everyday life. Understand how these applications function and the benefits they bring to your daily routine. Moreover, we'll critically evaluate the ethical and responsible use of Generative AI, ensuring its implementation enhances our lives with integrity. Join us on Coursera to explore the full potential of Generative AI and transform your future with innovation and inspiration. This course is your gateway to becoming proficient in the world of AI, making it an essential addition to your learning journey. By the end of this course, you will be able to By the end of this course, learners will be able to: 1. Analyze the core principles and societal impacts of Generative AI, including its influence on organizational efficiency and its progressive evolution. 2. Apply interactive methods with Generative AI through prompts and **assess** its diverse applications in daily life, along with their operational mechanisms and advantages. 3. Evaluate the ethical considerations and responsible deployment of Generative AI to ensure its beneficial integration into our lives. There are no requirements or prerequisites. To succeed, all you need to have is a curious and logical mind. No programming skills are needed. You may need to create an account in any of the multimodal Generative AI platforms such as Gemini, Copilot, or GPT plus.

Syllabus

  • Introduction to Generative AI
    • Module 1 Serves as an introduction to Generative AI. The module is designed to take you on a journey through the world of Generative AI with our module designed for you. Grasp the core principles of this groundbreaking technology, understand its profound societal and organizational impacts, and track its evolution. This module simplifies complex concepts, making them accessible to everyone. Join us to comprehend and harness the power of Generative AI for a progressive future.
  • Generative AI in Daily Life
    • Module 2 helps you dive into the interactive world of Generative AI with our module tailored for you. Learn to engage with AI through prompts, discover its everyday applications, and understand the workings and advantages of these applications. This module demystifies AI, making it approachable and beneficial for all. Join us to unlock the potential of Generative AI in your daily life.
  • Challenges of Generative AI
    • Module 3 is designed for you to explore the ethical dimensions of Generative AI in our focused module, suitable for all audiences. Delve into the responsible use of this technology, evaluating its implementation with a critical eye on ethics. Gain insights into the importance of integrity in AI development and usage. This module empowers you with the knowledge to ensure that Generative AI serves the greater good.

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Fractal Analytics

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