Generative AI: Introduction and Applications

Generative AI: Introduction and Applications

This course is part of multiple programs.

Instructor: Rav Ahuja

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

This course is designed for everyone, including professionals, executives, students, and enthusiasts, interested in learning about generative AI and leveraging its capabilities in their work and lives.

This course is your first step toward understanding the capabilities of generative AI, powered by different models, including large language models (LLMs). In this course, you will learn about the fundamentals and evolution of generative AI. You will explore the capabilities of generative AI in different domains, including text, image, audio, video, virtual worlds, code, and data. You will understand the applications of generative AI across different sectors and industries. You will learn about the capabilities and features of common generative AI models and tools, such as GPT, DALL-E, Stable Diffusion, and Synthesia. Hands-on labs, included in the course, provide an opportunity to explore the use cases of generative AI through IBM Generative AI Classroom and popular tools like ChatGPT. You will also hear from the practitioners about the capabilities, applications, and tools of generative AI.

In this module, you will learn the fundamentals of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and how it differs from discriminative AI. You will also discover the capabilities of generative AI for generating text, image, code, speech, and video as well as for data augmentation.

What's included

5 videos5 readings2 assignments1 app item1 discussion prompt

5 videosTotal 24 minutes

Course Introduction3 minutesPreview module
Why Learn Generative AI with IBM2 minutes
Generative AI Fundamentals Specialization Introduction 4 minutes
Introduction to Generative AI7 minutes
Capabilities of Generative AI8 minutes

5 readingsTotal 25 minutes

Specialization Overview2 minutes
Course Overview3 minutes
Helpful Tips for Course Completion5 minutes
History and Evolution of Generative AI5 minutes
Lesson Summary 10 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 22 minutes

Graded Quiz: Introduction and Capabilities of Generative AI12 minutes
Practice Quiz: Generative AI and Its Capabilities10 minutes

1 app itemTotal 15 minutes

Hands-on-Lab: Generate Text using Generative AI15 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

Introduce Yourself and Indicate Your Familiarity with Generative AI10 minutes

In this module, you will learn about the applications and impact of generative AI in different sectors and industries, such as IT and DevOps, entertainment, education, finance, healthcare, and human resources. You will get an insight into how generative AI is making our work lives more efficient and successful. Next, you will explore the key capabilities and use cases of some commonly used tools for text, image, code, audio, video, and virtual world generation.

What's included

5 videos1 reading2 assignments1 app item1 discussion prompt4 plugins

5 videosTotal 35 minutes

Applications of Generative AI 8 minutesPreview module
Tools for Text Generation7 minutes
Tools for Image Generation5 minutes
Tools for Audio and Video Generation5 minutes
Tools for Code Generation7 minutes

1 readingTotal 10 minutes

Lesson Summary10 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 22 minutes

Graded Quiz: Applications and Tools of Generative AI12 minutes
Practice Quiz: Generative AI: Applications and Tools10 minutes

1 app itemTotal 30 minutes

Hands-on Lab: Image Generation in Action30 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

Generative AI in the Workplace10 minutes

4 pluginsTotal 105 minutes

Economic Potential of Generative AI15 minutes
Hands-on Lab: Text Generation in Action30 minutes
(Optional) Hands-on Lab: Image Generation in Action with Microsoft Copilot45 minutes
Hands-on Lab: Code Generation in Action 15 minutes

This module includes a graded quiz to test and reinforce your understanding of concepts covered in the course. The module also includes a glossary to enhance your comprehension of generative AI-related terms. The module includes an optional project, which provides an opportunity to practice generating text, images, and code through generative AI. Finally, the module guides you about the next steps in your learning journey.