Coding and Automation for Data Analysis with Generative AI

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Coding and Automation for Data Analysis with Generative AI

This course is part of Microsoft Generative AI for Data Analysis Professional Certificate

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5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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There are 5 modules in this course

This course teaches you to harness AI-powered tools for code generation, focusing on SQL, Python, and R for data analysis tasks. The target learner for this course is a seasoned data professional or an aspiring analyst. This comprehensive program empowers. The course covers the design and implementation of automated data processing pipelines, enabling you to streamline your entire data analysis workflow.

Lays the foundation for using generative AI in coding by introducing key concepts, tools, and techniques for effective code generation and prompt engineering.

What's included

11 videos8 readings4 assignments

11 videos Total 50 minutes

The code whisperer: A data analyst's new best friend 2 minutes
Demo: Code generation unveiled 5 minutes
Real-world code generation: Use cases and lessons learned 6 minutes
A day in the life of AI-powered data analysis 6 minutes
The prompt whisperer's secret 2 minutes
Explore the art of prompt engineering 5 minutes
The data cleaning dynamo: AI to the rescue 2 minutes
Simplifying data transformations with AI 5 minutes
The human-AI tag team: Together, we code better 3 minutes
Collaborating with AI: The key to code generation success 6 minutes
Code comparison: Human vs. AI 6 minutes

8 readings Total 80 minutes

Coding and Automation for Data Analysis with Generative AI syllabus 10 minutes
GenAI Tools for Data Analysis: A Practical Guide 10 minutes
The rise of generative AI in data analysis 10 minutes
Code generation tools: A comparative guide 10 minutes
Prompt engineering best practices: Your visual guide to communicating with AI 10 minutes
The power of automation in data analysis 10 minutes
Automation beyond the basics: Advanced applications of generative AI 10 minutes
Evaluating generative AI: A visual guide to metrics and benchmarks 10 minutes

4 assignments Total 75 minutes

Code generation fundamentals 30 minutes
Introduction to code generation 15 minutes
Prompt engineering for code generation 15 minutes
Automating data tasks with generative AI 15 minutes

Explores the use of generative AI to automate and streamline the creation, customization, and implementation of formulas within various data analysis tools, focusing on enhancing efficiency and accuracy.

What's included

13 videos6 readings4 assignments

13 videos Total 64 minutes

The case of the missing data: How formulas save the day 3 minutes
Excel formula refresher: Your essential toolkit 7 minutes
Everyday heroes: Excel formulas in action 3 minutes
The AI formula whisperer: Your coding companion 3 minutes
Generating formulas with AI 6 minutes
The prompt is mightier than the formula 6 minutes
Fine-tuning your AI formulas 6 minutes
Generative AI and formula creation 6 minutes
Supercharge your analysis: AI formulas in action 3 minutes
How to use AI to create powerful Excel dashboards 6 minutes
Unleashing AI's creative spark 3 minutes
Beyond basic formulas: Unleashing AI's creative potential 6 minutes
Building complex formulas with AI 6 minutes

6 readings Total 60 minutes

Essential formulas for data analysis 10 minutes
Level up your analysis: Advanced Excel formula techniques 10 minutes
The future of formulas: AI's expanding role 10 minutes
Optimizing tool performance with AI formulas 10 minutes
The art of formula creation with AI 10 minutes
Case studies: Complex formulas made easy with AI 10 minutes

4 assignments Total 90 minutes

Building formulas 30 minutes
Activity: Excel formula challenge 30 minutes
Generative AI and formula creation 15 minutes
Implementing AI-generated formulas 15 minutes

Expand your coding capabilities by leveraging generative AI for complex code snippets, debugging, and customization, addressing specific data analysis challenges.

What's included

12 videos6 readings4 assignments1 discussion prompt

12 videos Total 52 minutes

Unravel the mystery: Debugging AI-generated code 3 minutes
Navigate common pitfalls in AI-generated code 6 minutes
Demo: Error detection in practice: Using code editors and debugging tools 5 minutes
The debugging toolkit: Equipping you for code success 2 minutes
Demo: Debugging tools in action 5 minutes
Debugging strategies for data analysts 5 minutes
The quest for efficiency: Factors impacting AI-generated code performance 5 minutes
Unlocking hidden performance boosts in AI models 5 minutes
The AI coding dilemma: A debate 3 minutes
Demo: Scale and accelerate coding tasks with generative AI 6 minutes
Evaluating generative AI for coding 5 minutes
The limitations of AI coding: Navigating the pitfalls 3 minutes

6 readings Total 60 minutes

Troubleshooting AI-generated code 10 minutes
Tackling complex errors in AI-generated code 10 minutes
Debugging resources and communities: Your support network 10 minutes
Prompt optimization techniques 10 minutes
Measuring code efficiency: Key metrics and tools 10 minutes
When to use (and not use) AI for coding 10 minutes

4 assignments Total 75 minutes

Advanced coding techniques 30 minutes
Troubleshooting AI-generated code 15 minutes
Debugging strategies and tools 15 minutes
Optimizing AI-generated code 15 minutes

1 discussion prompt Total 10 minutes

Troubleshooting AI-generated code 10 minutes

Guides learners in streamlining their data analysis workflows by identifying automation opportunities, integrating generative AI tools into coding environments, and automating key tasks like data cleaning, transformation, and visualization.

What's included

10 videos5 readings5 assignments

10 videos Total 43 minutes

A data analysis journey from chaos to clarity 3 minutes
Explore the data analysis life cycle 5 minutes
The coder's unexpected ally 2 minutes
Achieve seamless integration: Connect AI tools to your coding environment 5 minutes
Integration adventures: Choosing the best path for your workflow 2 minutes
The AI data cleanup crew 2 minutes
Transform data with AI: Uncover hidden insights 6 minutes
AI-powered visualization: From data to insights 5 minutes
Measuring the impact of automation 6 minutes
The automation skeptic 6 minutes

5 readings Total 50 minutes

The automation mindset: Embracing AI for efficiency 10 minutes
Choosing the right integration method 10 minutes
Automation in action: Real-world success stories 10 minutes
The return on investment with AI automation 10 minutes
The future of data analysis automation: Trends and prediction 10 minutes

5 assignments Total 105 minutes

Automation and integration 30 minutes
The data analysis life cycle and automation opportunities 15 minutes
Integrating generative AI into coding environments 15 minutes
Activity: Integrating GenAI into your coding environment 30 minutes
Automating data processing tasks 15 minutes

Solidify coding skills and enhance practical experience by applying generative AI in real-world data analysis projects, fostering collaboration and receiving valuable feedback to improve code quality and problem-solving abilities.

What's included

9 videos7 readings6 assignments

9 videos Total 45 minutes

GenAI's data adventure: A journey through the AI landscape 3 minutes
Demystifying generative AI: A glossary for data analysts 5 minutes
Project walkthrough: Data cleaning and exploration with GenAI 5 minutes
Project showcase: Predicting customer churn with generative AI 5 minutes
Real-world applications of generative AI in data analysis 6 minutes
The power of feedback: Excelling at code review 5 minutes
Workflow design workshop: Crafting custom solutions with AI 5 minutes
Demo: Building a workflow from scratch 5 minutes
GenAI and the future of work 5 minutes

7 readings Total 70 minutes

Generative AI for data analysts: A comprehensive guide 10 minutes
The GenAI ecosystem: A vibrant network of models, tools, and platforms 10 minutes
Generative AI case studies: Data analysis across industries 10 minutes
Code review best practices: A guide to effective collaboration 10 minutes
The ethics of AI-generated code 10 minutes
Workflow optimization tips: A guide to efficiency 10 minutes
Real-world workflow examples: Inspiration from industry leaders 10 minutes

6 assignments Total 150 minutes

Designing and automating workflows with GenAI 30 minutes
Key concepts and terminology in generative AI for data analysis 15 minutes
Practical applications of generative AI in data analysis 15 minutes
Analyzing and improving AI-generated code 15 minutes
Activity: Enhancing AI-generated code 30 minutes
Project: Beyond the build: Critical reflection on workflow design 45 minutes

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