Data professionals: Put GenAI to work for you
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What can you do with Generative AI?
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Essential GenAI skills for data professionals
Discover practical ways to use GenAI as a data analyst, data scientist, or data engineer from experts you can trust. Master GenAI for data preparation, visualization, and reporting through prompt engineering, LLM app development, and data augmentation techniques.
Microsoft
Microsoft
DeepLearning.AI
Vanderbilt University
Vanderbilt University
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Google Cloud
University of Michigan
Duke University
Scrimba
Vanderbilt University
Microsoft
Vanderbilt University
Prompt like a pro with tips from a CEO
If you’ve spent any time chatting with a large language model (LLM), you’ll notice that it responds to almost any type of question, or input. But just like in human-to-human conversation, there are more and less effective ways to communicate with the tool.
Learn the prompting techniques from former Coursera CEO Jeff Maggioncalda relies on to better integrate GenAI into your processes, and prepare for your future job role.
GenAI tools to streamline data workflows
Learn how GenAI can enhance data solutions, from leveraging LLMs for analysis to implementing vector search. Build skills in large language model (LLM) fine-tuning, machine learning, artificial intelligence systems, and more.
Duke University
Microsoft
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Take your GenAI skills to the next level with DeepLearning.AI
Practice your new GenAI skills with the world's AI leaders at DeepLearning.AI in collaboration with OpenAI, AWS, Hugging Face, and more. Technologies and concepts you'll work with include: ChatGPT, RAG, Hugging Face, LangChain.js, and AI Agents.
Status: FreeDeepLearning.AI
Status: FreeDeepLearning.AI
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Popular certificates, new AI skills
Get job-ready with Google Professional Certificates—now including AI skills.
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Google
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Status: New AI skillsGoogle
More ways to adapt and grow as a data professional
Foundational knowledge of statistics, machine learning, and critical thinking skills remain essential. Pairing these with GenAI can enhance the way you solve problems and generate new ideas.
Google
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Get hands-on experience from industry leaders like Google Cloud, IBM, Microsoft, and more so you can apply GenAI practically in your role—whether you're a data analyst, data scientist, data engineer, or leading a data team. Discover how to save time with GenAI and distinguish hype from reality, all while earning certificates that showcase your GenAI expertise.
More CEO tips: map the future of your role with GenAI
The Secret to Using GenAI Effectively
Former Coursera CEO Jeff Maggioncalda shares how to use systems thinking—a fundamental skill among business leaders—to improve your productivity with GenAI.Learn moreHow to Use GenAI in Your Job
Learn how to create your unique plan for using GenAI in your job role with a step-by-step guide from a CEO.Learn moreHow to Use GenAI to Advance Your Career
Jeff Maggioncalda shares his best advice for career advancement, plus how to use GenAI to create your unique action plan.Learn more
Common questions about data and GenAI
Explore the advantages and disadvantages of AI and Gen AI so you know when each is best for the use case you’re working on.
Machine learning and data science are both in high demand. Now is a great time to pursue a career in one of these growing fields. Learn more about each path, what skills you will need, and how much you can earn in a related role.
With the rise of GenAI, you may be wondering what jobs are available in AI generally and how to land one. Get an overview of artificial intelligence careers, and the skills and education you’ll need to pursue them.
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Sources Referenced
- Visier. Survey Report: Closing the Global Skills Gap (2023)
- LinkedIn. Future of Work Report (2023)
- Microsoft and LinkedIn. 2024 Work Trend Index Annual Report