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
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Introduction to Generative AI
This course is part of Introduction to Generative AI Learning Path Specialization
Instructor: Google Cloud Training
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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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AE
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.
LS
Reviewed on Jul 13, 2023
Very good, concise, and sharp course. However, I wish there were more exercises/quizzes that really accounted for the great density of information provided in the lecture.
SY
Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025
The training content was concise, well-structured, and interactive. It provided clear explanations and practical examples, making it easy to understand and apply the concepts
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