Supercharge your AI knowledge into practical solutions in this hands-on course. Learn to use generative AI applications to grow your expertise and create real-world solutions, regardless of your professional background. The course emphasizes practical application development, exploring AI agents, cost considerations, and API interactions. You'll learn how to progress from proof-of-concept to minimum viable product, understand when to use custom models, and learn best practices for privacy and governance. The course concludes with practical guidance on implementing AI solutions responsibly and scaling them effectively.
Bringing Ideas to Life Using AI
Bringing Ideas to Life Using AI
This course is part of AWS Generative AI Applications Professional Certificate
Instructors: Alex G.
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5 hours to complete
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AI Application Development
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There are 3 modules in this course
In this module, you are introduced to the transformative potential of generative AI and how it can be used to bring ideas to life. Through inspiring real-world examples and foundational knowledge, you learn that AI is not just for developers—anyone can harness its power to improve productivity, automate tasks, or innovate.
What's included
3 videos1 reading2 assignments
In this module, you learn how to use generative AI tools and AWS services—such as Amazon Q Developer and PartyRock—to turn ideas into functional prototypes, regardless of coding experience. You explore key technical concepts such as functions and APIs, while understanding how to manage AI-related costs effectively. Through demos, discussions, and real-world inspiration, you gain the confidence to start building and scaling AI-powered solutions.
What's included
5 videos2 readings1 assignment
In this final module, you explore how to mature generative AI ideas into real-world products and businesses by addressing advanced topics such as custom models, compliance, and monetization strategies. Additionally, you practice responsible AI principles with Amazon Bedrock Guardrails. The module wraps up with real-world demos and inspiration to help you move from proof of concept to product launch.
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6 videos3 readings1 assignment1 app item2 plugins
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Reviewed on Oct 7, 2025
Excellent high-level primer on key AWS AI services, including some great labs and fun lectures.
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Great for learning some AWS AI Basics and AWS specific AI Tools
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