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This course introduces developers to generative AI technologies, focusing on their practical applications in software development. You will explore the core concepts of generative AI and understand the basic functionalities and ethical considerations of generative AI. The course is structured to provide a comprehensive overview, starting with the fundamentals of generative AI and progressing to its practical uses in code review, documentation, and project planning. Through engaging modules, you will gain a solid foundation in navigating the risks and responsibilities associated with AI. Hands-on activities and quizzes will reinforce the knowledge gained, ensuring that you are well-equipped to harness the potential of generative AI in your development workflows.
Required Course Materials: A Copilot license is required to complete this course. If you don’t have a Microsoft 365 Personal or Family license, you can start a free 30-day trial using the link provided in the course.
This module provides an introduction to the fundamentals of generative AI, covering its basic concepts, ethical implications, and the responsibilities of developers using these technologies. You will gain a foundational understanding of how generative AI works and the importance of ethical considerations in its application.
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6 videos6 readings3 assignments
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6 videos•Total 51 minutes
Introduction to Generative AI •7 minutes
AI Basics •7 minutes
AI Unmasked: Your Role in Navigating the Risks•9 minutes
Innovations in AI•9 minutes
AI Tools Overview•8 minutes
Developing Your GenAI Product Strategy•11 minutes
6 readings•Total 36 minutes
An Interview With Michael de la Maza•3 minutes
Steering the AI Ship: A Case Study on Ethical Decision-Making in AI Implementation•3 minutes
How to Get Started with Microsoft Copilot•10 minutes
Current Trends in AI: What’s Next for Artificial Intelligence?•10 minutes
Navigating Business Model Adaptation with Generative AI•5 minutes
The Evolution and Evaluation of Code Generation Technologies•5 minutes
3 assignments•Total 57 minutes
Module Graded Quiz: Basics of AI•30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Mitigiating the Risks for Ethical Use of GenAI•9 minutes
Practice Quiz: Introduction to AI Fundamentals in Business•18 minutes
An Overview of Generative AI for Development
Module 2•3 hours to complete
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This module explores the capabilities of generative AI in assisting with coding applications and project management. It provides practical insights into how these tools can be leveraged to enhance development processes, improve productivity, and streamline project workflows.
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10 videos4 readings4 assignments
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10 videos•Total 73 minutes
Generative AI Usages for AI in Code Completion•7 minutes
Generative AI Usages for AI in Debugging•5 minutes
Generative AI Usages for AI in Code Comprehension and Translation•6 minutes
Coding Applications Assisted by an LLM Chatbot •5 minutes
Hands-On Activity: Code Completion, Debugging, and Analysis With an LLM Chatbot•10 minutes
Generative AI Usages for AI in Code Review•7 minutes
Generative AI Usages for AI in Documentation •8 minutes
Generative AI Usages for AI in Project Planning•7 minutes
Project Management Assisted by an LLM Chatbot•8 minutes
Hands-On Activity: Code Review, Documentation, and Project Planning With a Chat-LLM•9 minutes
4 readings•Total 25 minutes
Useful Prompts When Utilizing LLM Chatbots for Code Completion•10 minutes
Hands-On Activity: Code Completion, Debugging, and Analysis With an LLM Chatbot•5 minutes
Useful Prompts When Utilizing LLM Chatbots for Project Management•5 minutes
Hands-On Activity: Code Review, Documentation, and Project Planning With an LLM Chatbot•5 minutes
4 assignments•Total 90 minutes
Module Graded Quiz: Generative AI for Development•30 minutes
Course Quiz: Comprehensive AI Integration Evaluation•30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Generative AI for Coding Applications•12 minutes
Practice Quiz: Generative AI for Project Management•18 minutes
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