This course introduces the concepts, tools, and practical techniques behind LangChain, the leading framework for building intelligent applications powered by Large Language Models (LLMs). It blends conceptual understanding with hands-on implementation to help you design, build, and deploy context-aware, tool-using AI systems.

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Skills you'll gain
- Cloud Development
- Large Language Modeling
- Natural Language Processing
- Application Performance Management
- Prompt Engineering
- Scalability
- LLM Application
- Artificial Intelligence
- Performance Tuning
- Generative AI Agents
- Python Programming
- Application Deployment
- LangGraph
- Responsible AI
- Data Processing
- Application Programming Interface (API)
- Generative AI
- Agentic systems
- LangChain
- Pandas (Python Package)
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There are 4 modules in this course
Learn the foundations of LangChain and its Expression Language (LCEL) for building modular, composable LLM workflows. This module covers core components such as prompt templates, memory, and chain composition, enabling learners to design structured reasoning pipelines and create their first multi-step LLM chain.
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15 videos5 readings4 assignments1 discussion prompt
Explore Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) to connect LLMs with external knowledge sources. Learners will build document ingestion and validation pipelines, create embeddings, and evaluate retrieval workflows using LangSmith. By the end, you’ll construct a retrieval-based Q&A system powered by LangChain.
What's included
12 videos4 readings4 assignments
Discover how to build dynamic, decision-making AI systems using LangChain agents and LangServe. This module focuses on creating tool-using agents, integrating secure APIs, and deploying workflows as production-ready services. Learners will complete the capstone Knowledge Assistant, combining chains, RAG, and multi-agent communication protocols.
What's included
15 videos4 readings4 assignments
Deploy, refine, and optimize your multi-agent Knowledge Assistant for real-world use. This module emphasizes fine-tuning, performance monitoring, and best practices for scalable LangServe deployments. Learners reflect on their project, review key takeaways, and prepare for advanced experimentation with custom and fine-tuned LLMs.
What's included
1 video1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt
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Basic Python knowledge and a general understanding of Large Language Models are recommended.
The course covers LangChain, LCEL, RAG pipelines, agents, and a full capstone project.
It can be completed in 4–6 weeks with around 3–5 hours of weekly learning.
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