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
Introduction to Generative AI
This course is part of Intro to Generative AI: A Beginner's Primer on Core Concepts Specialization
Instructor: Google Cloud Training
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1 hour to complete
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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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Taught in English
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This course is part of the Intro to Generative AI: A Beginner's Primer on Core Concepts Specialization
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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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AN
5
Reviewed on Jun 8, 2025
Gave me a clear understanding of how ai works. The lecture explains it so perfectly in a way that is not boring, make sure that you are physical and emotional in there keep it up.
AE
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Reviewed on Jul 23, 2023
The initial information was very helpful in learning the basics of generative AI. The last few minutes of the course felt more like a sales-pitch for Google products than an educational piece.
LH
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Reviewed on Nov 6, 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 :)
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