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Unlock your AI-powered efficiency and innovation. Accelerate data insights! Copilot supercharges your data science workflow, automating tasks and generating code, so you can focus on the big picture.
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Gain hands-on experience using Copilot to generate code, analyze data, build simple generative models, and mitigate bias in AI-driven processes
Define generative AI, its key concepts (GANs, VAEs, Transformers), and how Microsoft Copilot leverages these models to enhance data science workflows
Identify GenAI use cases in data science (data augmentation, feature engineering, anomaly detection, and generative modeling) using Copilot examples
Assess the strengths, weaknesses, and ethical implications of different generative model architectures in data science scenarios, using Copilot
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According to a 2023 Gartner study, 67% of mature organizations are creating new roles fo GenAI and 87% of these organizations have a dedicated AI team. Copilot for Data Science is tailored to help existing and aspiring data scientists prepare for these roles, through a robust specialization designed to integrate Generative AI (GenAI) into everyday data science practices.
This program provides a strategic advantage by delving into how GenAI can transform data tasks such as preparation, cleaning, analysis, and visualization. By mastering these advanced techniques, you'll be able to enhance data quality, create synthetic datasets, and automate complex processes—ultimately driving more accurate and actionable insights.
Copilot for Data Science is more than just a learning resource; it's a gateway to leveraging GenAI for tangible improvements in your work. It prepares you to tackle data security issues, streamline workflows, and communicate insights effectively to diverse audiences. Whether you're an executive aiming to steer your organization’s AI strategy, a team lead optimizing your team's performance, or an individual contributor seeking to boost productivity, this specialization will equip you to harness the power of AI and excel in the ever-evolving data landscape.
No prerequisites are required. Ready to transform your data science capabilities with the power of Generative AI? Enroll today and start your journey to mastering AI-driven data science.
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This program features three hands-on projects designed to solidify your data science skills. You'll use Microsoft Copilot to tackle real-world challenges. The first project, you’ll learn how to enhance data workflows. You’ll design and implement a generative AI solution, addressing security and privacy concerns. In the second project, you’ll learn about data optimization while integrating Copilot into a real-world scenario to improve data quality and streamline preparation. In the final project, you’ll learn how to best communicate insights by creating tailored communication materials for technical and non-technical audiences, showcasing the power of AI in data analysis. These projects will equip you with practical experience and a portfolio of work to showcase your expertise.
Define and differentiate types of generative AI models
Use Microsoft Copilot to generate code, analyze data, and build generative models
Identify practical use cases for generative AI in data science, such as data augmentation and anomaly detection
Assess the strengths and weaknesses of different generative models and understand their ethical implications
Assess and improve data quality using Copilot's analysis tools
Generate synthetic datasets for various applications, such as model training or privacy preservation
Clean and prepare data for analysis, automating tasks like formatting, deduplication, and standardization
Develop strategies for integrating Copilot into existing data workflows
Utilize Microsoft Copilot and other AI tools for in-depth data analysis and forecasting.
Generate clear, engaging, and inclusive data visualizations with Copilot's assistance.
Craft persuasive reports and presentations tailored for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Develop comprehensive communication strategies that drive data-informed decision-making.
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This program caters to a diverse audience of data professionals, including individual contributors seeking to enhance their skills and productivity with generative AI tools like Microsoft Copilot. The course is also valuable for team leads and managers who want to identify and implement GenAI strategies within their teams, as well as executives looking to drive organization-wide adoption of AI-powered solutions for data analysis, visualization, and communication.
A basic understanding of Microsoft 365. No prior AI experience is required, making this program accessible to those who are eager to learn and apply AI in their professional lives.
Microsoft Copilot is an AI-powered productivity tool that integrates with Microsoft 365 and Dynamics 365 applications. It leverages the power of large language models and generative AI to assist users in various tasks, such as drafting emails, summarizing documents, analyzing data, creating presentations, and more. Copilot aims to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and foster creativity by automating repetitive tasks and providing intelligent suggestions.
Microsoft Copilot uses AI to help users with tasks like writing, editing, summarizing, brainstorming, and analyzing data. It seamlessly integrates with popular Microsoft applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and more. It can also be customized to specific workflows and preferences, allowing users to tailor it to their needs. A key feature of Copilot is its security and compliance. It adheres to strict security and compliance standards, ensuring that user data is protected.
Some specific examples of how Copilot can be used include:
- In Word: drafting documents, summarizing long texts, and generating ideas for content. - In Excel: analyzing data, creating charts and graphs, and generating formulas. - In PowerPoint: creating presentations from scratch, summarizing long presentations, and generating talking points. - In Outlook: summarizing emails, drafting replies, and scheduling meetings. - In Teams: summarizing meetings, generating action items, and scheduling follow-up tasks.
In this course, you will use a Microsoft 365 subscription/license or need to use a free version.
This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.
If you subscribed, you get a 7-day free trial during which you can cancel at no penalty. After that, we don’t give refunds, but you can cancel your subscription at any time. See our full refund policy.
Yes! To get started, click the course card that interests you and enroll. You can enroll and complete the course to earn a shareable certificate, or you can audit it to view the course materials for free. When you subscribe to a course that is part of a Specialization, you’re automatically subscribed to the full Specialization. Visit your learner dashboard to track your progress.
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free. If you cannot afford the fee, you can apply for financial aid.
This Specialization doesn't carry university credit, but some universities may choose to accept Specialization Certificates for credit. Check with your institution to learn more.
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