This is an introductory level microlearning course aimed at explaining what Generative AI is, how it is used, and how it differs from traditional machine learning methods. It also covers Google Tools to help you develop your own Gen AI apps.
Introduction to Generative AI
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Introduction to Generative AI
This course is part of Introduction to Generative AI Learning Path Specialization
Instructor: Google Cloud Training
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What you'll learn
Define generative AI
Explain how generative AI works
Describe generative AI model types
Describe generative AI applications
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This is an introductory level microlearning course aimed at explaining what Generative AI is, how it is used, and how it differs from traditional machine learning methods. It also covers Google Tools to help you develop your own Gen AI apps.
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9 videos1 reading4 assignments
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GG
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Reviewed on Nov 7, 2024
La información es clara y muy interesante, sin embargo me gustaría que los vídeos tuvieran el audio en español también y así en lugar de subtitular el audio, podrían subtitular las diapositivas :)
SA
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Reviewed on Sep 12, 2023
If you’re just getting started the info in this course will fill in all those little blanks you have been avoiding taking the hours and hours of time to track down.
AS
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Reviewed on Apr 15, 2024
The course is excellently designed, providing a concise yet comprehensive understanding of Generative AI. Continued investment in such courses is highly recommended.
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