AI and Machine Learning

AI and machine learning are driving innovation across industries. Learn more about generative AI, large language models, and more with these resources.

Coursera Logo
[Featured image] A person in a purple shirt with over-ear headphones and glasses sits in front of a laptop working on ChatGPT.
Status: Featured

What Is ChatGPT? (and How to Use It)

Learn more about what ChatGPT is and how best to use it safely and responsibly.

February 1, 2023

Article

[Featured Image] A woman uses her mobile phone in a coffee shop.
Status: Featured

What Is Machine Learning? Definition, Types, and Examples

Machine learning is a common type of artificial intelligence. Learn more about this exciting technology, how it works, and the major types powering the services and applications we rely on every day.

September 11, 2023

Article

[Featured image]An AI engineer in a blue shirt reviews code while sitting in front of a desktop computer monitor.
Status: Featured

AI Ethics: What It Is and Why It Matters

AI ethics in technological advancements can help foster a world with less bias and more fairness. Here’s what it is and why it matters.

January 12, 2023

Article

[Featured Image] Two businessmen study an interactive screen that displays a graph formed by discrete or continuous data.

Discrete vs. Continuous Data: A Guide for Beginners

Continuous and discrete data are two types of quantitative data that you can use to uncover insights, analyze trends, and inform business decisions. Explore what each type of data is, how they differ, and when you might use each type.

November 13, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A woman sits in a coffee shop, looking at her laptop, and considers taking an online course on how to learn data structures and algorithms.

How to Learn Data Structures and Algorithms: A Basic Guide

Learn how data structures and algorithms build fundamental skills for efficient programmers. Use this guide to discover more about this discipline and get tips on how to learn DSA to help further your career.

November 11, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] Two beginner programmers collaborate on a Python project.

10 Simple Python Projects for Beginners

Python is a popular and easy-to-learn programming language, and Python projects can be a good way to build a project portfolio to demonstrate your skills. Read on to discover 10 beginner-level Python projects you can start today.

November 4, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] Two businessmen study an interactive screen that displays a graph formed by discrete or continuous data.

Discrete vs. Continuous Data: A Guide for Beginners

Continuous and discrete data are two types of quantitative data that you can use to uncover insights, analyze trends, and inform business decisions. Explore what each type of data is, how they differ, and when you might use each type.

November 13, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A woman sits in a coffee shop, looking at her laptop, and considers taking an online course on how to learn data structures and algorithms.

How to Learn Data Structures and Algorithms: A Basic Guide

Learn how data structures and algorithms build fundamental skills for efficient programmers. Use this guide to discover more about this discipline and get tips on how to learn DSA to help further your career.

November 11, 2024

Article

AI and machine learning courses

Google

Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Problem Solving

4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
7K reviews

Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pennsylvania

4.3
Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
12 reviews

Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

IBM

Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Human Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning Software, Data Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Data Science

4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
15K reviews

Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

[Featured Image] A machine learning expert sits at a desk, using a laptop, and uses the softmax activation function.

Deep Learning Basics: The Softmax Activation Function

Learn more about what the Softmax activation function is, how it operates within deep learning neural networks, and how to determine if this function is the right choice for your data type.

October 30, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A company's IT person is showing his colleagues the repetitive and menial tasks that he programmed to be automated.

IT Automation: 2024 Overview

IT automation is a key part of streamlining a business’s digital operations. Explore what IT automation is, some examples, and the types of jobs that exist in the field.

October 30, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A woman at a computer desk in an office that is using peer-to-peer networking for all other computers and printers.

What Is a Peer-to-Peer Network?

In a P2P network, computers directly connect and share resources without a central server. Explore what a peer-to-peer network is, how it started and how it works, some examples, and when to use an alternative network.

October 24, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A male and female coworker stand in an office next to a presentation screen discussing overfitting in their business.

Overfitting Data: A Beginner’s Guide

As you enter the exciting world of machine learning, exploring common obstacles like overfitting can help you optimize your models and prevent errors. Learn what overfitting is, why it occurs, and how you can help prevent it in your statistical models.

October 8, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] An engineer working on her laptop decides between using supervised versus unsupervised learning methods for her machine learning tasks as she stands in a robotics lab.

Supervised vs. Unsupervised Learning: Pros, Cons, and When to Choose

These machine learning algorithms are used across many industries to identify patterns, make predictions, and more. Explore the differences between supervised and unsupervised learning to understand better what they are and how you might use them.

October 4, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A smiling automation engineer sits at her desktop computer and looks at a colleague off-camera.

Automation Engineer Career Guide

Automation engineers help streamline processes to make the workplace more efficient. Explore more about an automation engineer career and what you’ll need to start one.

October 4, 2024

Article

[Featured image] A portrait of IBM AI Engineer and Data Scientist Sina Nazeri on a blue background with the IBM logo

6 Questions with an IBM Data Scientist and AI Engineer

Wielding a PhD and a commitment to advancing knowledge, IBMer Sina Nazeri joins Coursera for an illuminating Q&A session.

September 26, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A businesswoman types on her laptop while speaking into a voice assistant device, which uses a type of artificial neural network called natural language processing.

What Is an Artificial Neural Network, and Why Does It Matter for AI?

Explore what artificial neural networks are and why they are a key component of artificial intelligence.

September 26, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A portrait of Coursera CEO Jeff Maggioncalda on a graphic that says GenAI and Career Advancement.

How to Use GenAI to Advance Your Career: Insight from Coursera’s CEO

Jeff Maggioncalda shares his best advice for career advancement, plus how to use GenAI to create your unique action plan.

September 3, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] Two beginner programmers collaborate on a Python project.

10 Simple Python Projects for Beginners

Python is a popular and easy-to-learn programming language, and Python projects can be a good way to build a project portfolio to demonstrate your skills. Read on to discover 10 beginner-level Python projects you can start today.

November 4, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A machine learning expert sits at a desk, using a laptop, and uses the softmax activation function.

Deep Learning Basics: The Softmax Activation Function

Learn more about what the Softmax activation function is, how it operates within deep learning neural networks, and how to determine if this function is the right choice for your data type.

October 30, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A company's IT person is showing his colleagues the repetitive and menial tasks that he programmed to be automated.

IT Automation: 2024 Overview

IT automation is a key part of streamlining a business’s digital operations. Explore what IT automation is, some examples, and the types of jobs that exist in the field.

October 30, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A woman at a computer desk in an office that is using peer-to-peer networking for all other computers and printers.

What Is a Peer-to-Peer Network?

In a P2P network, computers directly connect and share resources without a central server. Explore what a peer-to-peer network is, how it started and how it works, some examples, and when to use an alternative network.

October 24, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A male and female coworker stand in an office next to a presentation screen discussing overfitting in their business.

Overfitting Data: A Beginner’s Guide

As you enter the exciting world of machine learning, exploring common obstacles like overfitting can help you optimize your models and prevent errors. Learn what overfitting is, why it occurs, and how you can help prevent it in your statistical models.

October 8, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] An engineer working on her laptop decides between using supervised versus unsupervised learning methods for her machine learning tasks as she stands in a robotics lab.

Supervised vs. Unsupervised Learning: Pros, Cons, and When to Choose

These machine learning algorithms are used across many industries to identify patterns, make predictions, and more. Explore the differences between supervised and unsupervised learning to understand better what they are and how you might use them.

October 4, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A smiling automation engineer sits at her desktop computer and looks at a colleague off-camera.

Automation Engineer Career Guide

Automation engineers help streamline processes to make the workplace more efficient. Explore more about an automation engineer career and what you’ll need to start one.

October 4, 2024

Article

[Featured image] A portrait of IBM AI Engineer and Data Scientist Sina Nazeri on a blue background with the IBM logo

6 Questions with an IBM Data Scientist and AI Engineer

Wielding a PhD and a commitment to advancing knowledge, IBMer Sina Nazeri joins Coursera for an illuminating Q&A session.

September 26, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A businesswoman types on her laptop while speaking into a voice assistant device, which uses a type of artificial neural network called natural language processing.

What Is an Artificial Neural Network, and Why Does It Matter for AI?

Explore what artificial neural networks are and why they are a key component of artificial intelligence.

September 26, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A portrait of Coursera CEO Jeff Maggioncalda on a graphic that says GenAI and Career Advancement.

How to Use GenAI to Advance Your Career: Insight from Coursera’s CEO

Jeff Maggioncalda shares his best advice for career advancement, plus how to use GenAI to create your unique action plan.

September 3, 2024

Article

AI and machine learning are changing the way we work, creating new roles and shifting the way businesses innovate. If you're interested in learning about AI and machine learning, we've gathered free articles and resources on those and other data-centric topics, including:

  • Data analytics

  • Data basics

  • Data science

  • Generative AI and ChatGPT

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Coursera Plus
Build job-ready skills with a Coursera Plus subscription
  • Get access to 7,000+ learning programs from world-class universities and companies, including Google, Yale, Salesforce, and more
  • Try different courses and find your best fit at no additional cost
  • Earn certificates for learning programs you complete
  • A subscription price of $59/month, cancel anytime