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What Is Artificial Intelligence (AI)?
AI may seem as though it appeared out of nowhere in 2023 with the release of ChatGPT, but it’s actually been powering many of the systems you interact with every day. Discover what AI is, the different forms it can take, and how large language models (LLMs)—like GPT—kickstarted a generative AI revolution!How Can I Be Productive with AI?
The best time to start using AI is right now! Like the internet and computer ages before it, AI will soon permeate nearly every area of our work and daily lives. You’ll learn robust, evergreen techniques and strategies for getting the most out of AI. Get hands-on experience using AI to create content such as social media posts, chat with a learning tutor, and analyze data—all interactively hosted within the course!How Can I Improve My Prompts to Maximize Quality?
Because we’ve been conditioned to treat technology as a tool, most people aren’t getting the full potential from their AI interactions. You’ll learn clear frameworks for using AI to perform tasks and solve problems; apply a robust prompt-engineering framework to maximize output quality, and iterate your prompts to achieve refined, reliable results!How Can I Avoid the Pitfalls of AI Systems?
The upside to using AI for productivity is enormous, but there are important risks and pitfalls to be aware of to protect your work, your customers’ data, and your company’s reputation. Strengthen your prompting skills with essential checks and adopt a responsible AI mindset.Training 2 or more people?
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The Foundations of Artificial Intelligence
FreeFind out what all the AI hype is about, disseminating fact from fiction, and discovering where the real value lies!
What Is Artificial Intelligence?50 xpPinning Down Artificial Intelligence50 xpSpot the AI!100 xpDifferent Types of Artificial Intelligence50 xpDifferent AI for Different Tasks100 xpExploring Customer Segments50 xpFrom Problem to AI Solution50 xpLarge Language Models: Intelligence On Demand50 xpWhat are Large Language Models?50 xpBusting Myths100 xp - 2
AI as a Force Multiplier for Productivity
AI is interesting and all, but what can it do for me? The answer: a lot! In this chapter, you'll use AI to perform a wide range of tasks, including content creation and data analysis to name a few. You'll also optimize your interactions with AI by recognizing what role it is trying to perform in a given task.
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Mastering AI Collaboration
Time for the student to become the master! You'll develop a collaborative mindset to drive your AI interactions further, build comprehensive and powerful prompting skills, and learn to iterate like a pro!
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Using AI Responsibly and Beyond
Getting value out of AI is one thing, but avoiding the pitfalls is another. It can feel like using AI is similar to a game of snakes and ladders, but with the right knowledge, mindset, and habits, you can ride the AI ladders all the way to the top!
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James ChapmanAI Curriculum Team Lead, DataCamp
James designs and curates the AI curriculum at DataCamp. With 5+ years experience creating data and AI courses and collaborating with experts from industry and academia, he relishes creating experiences that maximise learning outcomes and enjoyment. He has a Master's degree in Physics and Astronomy from Durham University, where he specialized in using machine learning to detect high-redshift quasars. In his spare time, he enjoys fixing and restoring retro toys and electronics.
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Yusuf SaberChief AI Officer, DataCamp
Yusuf is the Chief AI Officer at DataCamp, where he leads the company’s AI strategy and product innovation. He founded Optima, an AI-native learning platform that was acquired by DataCamp in 2025. Previously, Yusuf led data and AI teams at Careem (acquired by Uber) and Talabat (part of Delivery Hero), where he built scalable machine learning systems. He holds a Master’s degree in Machine Learning from ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology).
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