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There are 6 modules in this course
Generative AI succeeds or fails on the quality of your data strategy. In this hands on course, you’ll learn how to design scalable data frameworks and governance models that power LLMs, RAG, and agentic AI with reliable, ethical, and context rich information. The curriculum covers modern data strategy fundamentals, taxonomy design, and responsible AI practices—equipping you to reduce hallucinations, enforce compliance, and accelerate delivery of production ready AI solutions.
Through case studies, interactive dialogues, labs, and practice assignments, you’ll apply taxonomies, metadata, and data quality controls to real world scenarios. By the end, you’ll be able to architect enterprise data foundations that make GenAI robust, explainable, and future proof.
Understand the pillars of modern data strategy—management, frameworks, and governance. Learn how to secure data using encryption, access control, and ISO standards.
What's included
4 videos2 readings2 assignments
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4 videos•Total 25 minutes
Introduction to Data Management Techniques•5 minutes
Data Management and the Pillars of Modern Data Strategy•7 minutes
The Pillars of Data Management•6 minutes
Security Fundamentals in Data Management•7 minutes
2 readings•Total 20 minutes
Course Syllabus•10 minutes
Disclaimer•10 minutes
2 assignments•Total 60 minutes
Modern Data Strategy Fundamentals•30 minutes
Assessing Core Data Management Principles•30 minutes
Cross-platform Compatibility and Interoperability
Module 2•3 hours to complete
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Master interoperability across clouds and platforms using Docker, Kubernetes, APIs, and the SECURE framework to build scalable, resilient AI systems.
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5 videos1 reading2 assignments1 ungraded lab
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5 videos•Total 33 minutes
Introducing Cross-platform Compatibility and Interoperability •6 minutes
Benefits of Cross-platform Compatibility•6 minutes
Strategies for Achieving Cross-Platform Compatibility •6 minutes
Explore vector databases for semantic and multimodal search. Learn about indexing strategies, ANN algorithms, and hardware acceleration for real-time AI.
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8 videos4 readings2 assignments1 ungraded lab
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8 videos•Total 45 minutes
Introduction to Vector Stores•6 minutes
Metadata-Enhanced Vector Search •4 minutes
Access and Control Considerations•5 minutes
Efficacy of Vector Embedding Engine •5 minutes
Efficacy and Cost of Vector Store Search •6 minutes
Speed of Vector Store Search •7 minutes
Creating Indices over Vectors •6 minutes
Demo: Integrating Vector Stores in Your Applications•7 minutes
4 readings•Total 40 minutes
The Mathematics of Vector Databases•10 minutes
Securing Your Vector Database•10 minutes
Vector Database Best Practices•10 minutes
Speedy Vector Databases•10 minutes
2 assignments•Total 60 minutes
Vector Data Stores, Embeddings, and Indices•30 minutes
Vector Data Stores, Embeddings, and Indices•30 minutes
1 ungraded lab•Total 60 minutes
Vector Data Stores•60 minutes
Unified Data Management and Architecture Patterns
Module 5•4 hours to complete
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Dive into data lakes, warehouses, and lakehouses. Use tools like DuckLake and Databricks to unify structured and unstructured data for Gen AI.
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8 videos2 readings2 assignments1 ungraded lab
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8 videos•Total 44 minutes
Why Unified Data Management Matters •4 minutes
Data Warehouses, Lakes, and Lakehouses•6 minutes
Modern Lakehouse Architectures: Iceberg, Delta, and DuckLake•6 minutes
Understanding and Accessing Tabular Data •5 minutes
Understanding and Accessing Tabular Data Part II•5 minutes
Tabular data, Vector Databases, and Data Management•3 minutes
DuckLake: Simplifying Lakehouse with SQL Catalogs•3 minutes
Demo: DuckLake for Gen AI Data Pipelines•11 minutes
2 readings•Total 30 minutes
Benefits of Data Warehouses, Lakes, and Lakehouses•20 minutes
Leveraging Tabular Data Case Studies•10 minutes
2 assignments•Total 60 minutes
Modern Data Architectures•30 minutes
Modern Data Architectures•30 minutes
1 ungraded lab•Total 60 minutes
DuckLake for Modern Lakehouse Architecture•60 minutes
Advanced Frameworks and Techniques
Module 6•2 hours to complete
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Apply governance frameworks like DAMA-DMBOK and EDM. Implement Explainable AI, Zero Trust Architecture, and Data Loss Prevention for secure, ethical AI systems.
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6 videos1 reading2 assignments
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6 videos•Total 35 minutes
Modern Day Data Management Techniques•5 minutes
Frameworks of Modern Data Management Techniques•4 minutes
DuckLake as a Unified Catalog Solution•5 minutes
Data Management Frameworks and Explainable AI (XAI)•6 minutes
Securing Data in Advanced Frameworks•6 minutes
Tying It All Back•9 minutes
1 reading•Total 10 minutes
Acknowledgements•10 minutes
2 assignments•Total 60 minutes
Data Frameworks and XAI•30 minutes
Data Frameworks and XAI•30 minutes
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It’s a practitioner’s path to enterprise‑grade GenAI via strong data frameworks and governance—critical for reducing hallucinations, ensuring compliance, and scaling LLM/RAG systems reliably.
Who is this course for?
Professionals responsible for data platforms, AI product delivery, and governance—Data/ML Engineers, Architects, Product Managers, and Data Stewards
What will I be able to do after completing this course?
Design and implement a comprehensive data framework, evaluate governance against Responsible AI criteria, and operationalize RAG/LLM solutions with measurable data quality.
How long does it take to complete this course?
Two modules with videos, readings, dialogues, labs, and assignments; plan for several hours across 2–3 weeks depending on pace. (See module time estimates in the uploaded outline.)
What background knowledge is necessary?
Familiarity with data management/governance and basic LLM/RAG concepts; experience with SQL/NoSQL or Python is helpful.
What is the learning experience of this course?
Blended: concise videos + readings, interactive dialogues, practice assignments, ungraded labs, and graded assessments, optimized for practical, job‑ready outcomes.
How is this course different from other courses?
It integrates enterprise governance and taxonomy design directly with RAG/LLM delivery, uses realistic dialogues to tackle ethical trade‑offs, and culminates in implementation‑ready artifacts, not just conceptual coverage.
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What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?
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. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.
Is financial aid available?
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.