Introduction to AI for Beginners

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Introduction to AI for Beginners

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Instructor: Anton Voroniuk

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5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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4 hours to complete

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5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

82 reviews

Beginner level

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4 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

How to effectively use AI to automate tasks and boost productivity.
How to leverage AI for creativity, including content generation and social media assets.
Ethical considerations in AI, including privacy, bias, and responsible use.

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Unlock the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with this practical course designed to transform your productivity, creativity, and decision-making. In this course, you'll learn the fundamentals of AI, including Generative AI, Machine Learning, and Large Language Models, with a focus on real-world applications. By mastering AI prompts, you’ll streamline tasks, automate routine work, and enhance both personal and professional outcomes.

Our unique approach goes beyond theory to provide actionable skills—whether it's organizing your email, summarizing complex documents, or generating social media content. Explore how AI can boost creativity, improve organization, and even assist with travel planning and storytelling. This course also covers essential ethical considerations, teaching you how to navigate issues like bias, privacy, and responsible AI use. By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped to integrate AI tools into your daily workflows, whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your AI expertise. Learn how to maximize your productivity, unlock your creative potential, and develop a sustainable, ethical AI strategy for both personal and professional growth. Start mastering AI today!

This section introduces the core concepts of AI, explains how generative AI tools work, and builds foundational skills for interacting effectively with AI through prompting.

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6 videos1 reading1 assignment

6 videosTotal 18 minutes

Welcome to the Course and What You'll Learn1 minute
What is AI (and What is it not)?3 minutes
What is Generative AI?3 minutes
Getting Started with ChatGPT and Gemini5 minutes
How to Talk to AI: The Basics of Prompting3 minutes
Brainstorming and Idea Generation with AI2 minutes

1 readingTotal 10 minutes

The AI Terminology Cheat Sheet10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes

Test Your Knowledge15 minutes

This section focuses on practical applications of AI to streamline daily tasks, enhance organization, and improve efficiency through structured and iterative prompting.

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3 videos1 reading1 assignment

This section explores how AI can be used as a creative partner to generate visual and written content, develop ideas, and support personal and professional expression.

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7 videos1 reading

7 videosTotal 26 minutes

How You Can Use AI to Boost Creativity?4 minutes
Introduction to AI Image Generation3 minutes
Crafting the Perfect Image Prompt3 minutes
Create Images for Personal Branding with DALL-E7 minutes
Generating Social Media Creatives using AI4 minutes
AI as Your Personal Travel Agent2 minutes
Creative Writing and Storytelling with AI3 minutes

1 readingTotal 10 minutes

Prompts to Try Today10 minutes

This section develops critical awareness of AI limitations, teaching learners how to use AI responsibly while addressing issues of bias, privacy, and ethical decision-making.

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4 videos1 reading1 assignment

This section consolidates learning by guiding students to build personalized AI workflows and continue developing their skills through ongoing practice and resources.

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2 videos1 reading1 assignment1 ungraded lab

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