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Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) Courses

Retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) courses can help you learn how to combine information retrieval with generative models, enhancing the quality of AI outputs. You’ll explore techniques for integrating external knowledge sources, fine-tuning models for specific tasks, and evaluating the effectiveness of generated content.

Popular RAG Courses and Certifications


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    IBM

    Vector Databases and Retrieval Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Vector Databases, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Embeddings, Data Engineering, Operational Databases, Data Store, Database Systems, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Development, Database Design, Data Architecture, Concept Of Operations, Software Documentation, Data Maintenance, Metadata Management, Document Management, Large Language Modeling, Model Evaluation, Data Integrity, Record Keeping

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Preprocessing Unstructured Data for LLM Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Unstructured Data, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Data Preprocessing, Metadata Management, Data Processing, JSON, Image Analysis, Data Transformation, Document Management, Vision Transformer (ViT)

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    17 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Edureka

    Building RAG and MCP Servers with Claude

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Model Context Protocol, Agentic Workflows, Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, Anthropic Claude, AI Integrations, Tool Calling, LLM Application, Generative AI, Automation, Scalability, Application Programming Interface (API), Servers, Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Scrimba

    Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) with Embeddings & Vector Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Vector Databases, Embeddings, Development Environment, OpenAI API, AI Integrations, Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Generative AI, Databases, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Environment, System Configuration

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    71 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Hugging Face

    Introduction to Multimodal AI with Hugging Face

    Skills you'll gain: Multimodal Prompts, Model Context Protocol, Hugging Face, AI Workflows, LLM Application, Agentic Workflows, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Vision Transformer (ViT), Agentic systems, AI Security, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI Agents, Model Deployment, Prompt Engineering, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Fine-tuning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    LLM Engineering with RAG: Optimizing AI Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LLM Application, LangChain, Large Language Modeling, Vector Databases, Model Deployment, OpenAI API, Hugging Face, OpenAI, Scalability, AI Integrations, Embeddings, Generative AI, Application Deployment, Data Integration, Data Science, Machine Learning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnKartS

    Agentic AI Systems with Vector DBs & RAG

    Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Vector Databases, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI Agents, MongoDB, Model Context Protocol, Scalability, Embeddings, AI Workflows, Node.JS, PostgreSQL, Data Integration, Database Management, API Design, Data Transformation, Data Structures, Data Storage, Software Installation

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Create a RAG Application with BigQuery

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Vector Databases, Embeddings, Google Gemini, Data Processing, Identity and Access Management, Google Cloud Platform, LLM Application, Data Pipelines, Large Language Modeling

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    LearnKartS

    Agentic AI Foundations: Build RAG & MCP Chatbots

    Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Google Gemini, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI Agents, Node.JS, OpenAI API, Model Context Protocol, Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, Development Environment, AI Integrations, AI Workflows, Angular, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Tool Calling, Server Side, Embeddings, Frontend Integration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Boost RAG with Chroma

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative AI, LangChain, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Embeddings, Vector Databases, AI Orchestration, Model Evaluation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    JavaScript RAG Web Apps with LlamaIndex

    Skills you'll gain: Full-Stack Web Development, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Web Applications, JavaScript Frameworks, React.js, LLM Application, Web Development, Javascript, Tool Calling, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI Agents, Data Persistence

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Board Infinity

    AI Systems Design: RAG Pipelines and LLM Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LLM Application, Solution Architecture, Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, Generative AI Agents, Artificial Intelligence, Unstructured Data, Systems Architecture, Agentic systems, Software Architecture, Feasibility Studies, Large Language Modeling, User Interface (UI), Embeddings, Data Preprocessing, Vector Databases, Fine-tuning

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    Rating, 2.3 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular rag courses

  • Vector Databases and Retrieval Data Engineering: IBM
  • Preprocessing Unstructured Data for LLM Applications: DeepLearning.AI
  • Building RAG and MCP Servers with Claude: Edureka
  • Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) with Embeddings & Vector Databases: Scrimba
  • Introduction to Multimodal AI with Hugging Face: Hugging Face
  • LLM Engineering with RAG: Optimizing AI Solutions: Coursera
  • Agentic AI Systems with Vector DBs & RAG: LearnKartS
  • Create a RAG Application with BigQuery: Google Cloud
  • Agentic AI Foundations: Build RAG & MCP Chatbots: LearnKartS
  • Boost RAG with Chroma: Coursera

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