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Generative AI: Prompt Engineering Basics

Name: Generative AI: Prompt Engineering Basics
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Offered by IBM. As generative AI (GenAI) reshapes workplaces and job roles, using it effectively is now essential. Prompt engineering is the ... Enroll for free.

★★★★★4.7(8.1K reviews) 0 learners English

Course highlights

Provider	Coursera
Duration	9h 39m
Level	Beginner
Mode	Self-paced
Language	English
Certificate	Yes — shareable certificate
Rating	4.7★ (8.1K reviews)
Price	Check price Free

What you’ll learn

Explain the concept and relevance of prompt engineering in generative AI models. 

Apply the best practices for creating prompts.

Assess commonly used tools for prompt engineering.

Apply common prompt engineering techniques and approaches for writing effective prompts.

Syllabus

3 modules

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What learners rate it

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