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    Master prompt engineering for optimizing AI models. Learn to design effective prompts for machine learning and natural language processing tasks.

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    • T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      ¿Qué hacer con tu estrategia digital en tiempos de cambio?

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Engagement, Target Market, Customer Retention, Search Engine Optimization, Sales Prospecting, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Customer Acquisition Management, Customer Relationship Management, E-Commerce, Digital Communications, Cash Flows, Marketing Communications, Web Analytics and SEO

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      107 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • A

      Arizona State University

      Crystal Structures and Properties of Metals

      Skills you'll gain: Failure Analysis, Semiconductors, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Mechanics, Product Testing, Engineering Calculations

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      IBM

      IBM COBOL Basic Testing and Debugging

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Unit Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), Software Testing, Program Development, Code Review, Integrated Development Environments, Software Development Tools

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      115 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Data Driven Decision Making

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Visualization, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, R Programming, Statistics, Regression Analysis, Variance Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Descriptive Statistics, Sampling (Statistics)

      Build toward a degree

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • P

      Politecnico di Milano

      New paradigms in wastewater management

      Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Civil Engineering, Environmental Resource Management, Waste Minimization, Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management, Pollution Prevention, Plant Operations and Management, Process Control, Process Engineering

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      49 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      New
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      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Introduction to Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)

      Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, OpenAI, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Application Frameworks, Artificial Intelligence, Application Development, Databases, Data Storage Technologies

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Neuroscience of Personal Excellence

      Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Personal Development, Persistence, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Problem Solving, Self-Discipline, Emotional Intelligence, Complex Problem Solving, Human Development, Mental Concentration, Stress Management, Human Learning, Leadership, Learning Strategies, Mental Health, Psychology, Behavior Management, Behavioral Health, Anatomy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Infosec

      Python for Command-and-control, Exfiltration and Impact

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Operations, Threat Management, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Scripting, IT Automation, Command-Line Interface, Python Programming, Network Security, Encryption

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Web Applications and Command-Line Tools for Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Microservices, AWS SageMaker, Cloud Engineering, Command-Line Interface, Data Pipelines, Package and Software Management, Containerization, Applied Machine Learning, Test Tools, Python Programming, Application Deployment, Unix Commands, Algorithms

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Resilience & Leadership: Concepts, Definitions, & Frameworks

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Threat Management, Threat Detection, Infrastructure Security, Disaster Recovery, Emergency Response, Business Ethics, Systems Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Safety and Security, Risk Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Decision Making, Leadership

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Chicago

      Machine Learning: Concepts and Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Supervised Learning, Regression Analysis, Random Forest Algorithm, Dimensionality Reduction, Statistical Methods, Tensorflow, Feature Engineering, Artificial Neural Networks, Pandas (Python Package)

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of London

      Responsive Website Development and Design Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Wireframing, Persona (User Experience), Application Lifecycle Management, Technical Communication, Web Design and Development, Prototyping, Web Development, User Research, Software Development Life Cycle, Usability Testing, Application Development, Version Control, Brainstorming, Target Audience, Application Programming Interface (API), Git (Version Control System)

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      64 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular prompt engineering courses

    • ¿Qué hacer con tu estrategia digital en tiempos de cambio?: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Crystal Structures and Properties of Metals: Arizona State University
    • IBM COBOL Basic Testing and Debugging: IBM
    • Data Driven Decision Making: University of Colorado Boulder
    • New paradigms in wastewater management: Politecnico di Milano
    • Introduction to Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG): Coursera Instructor Network
    • The Neuroscience of Personal Excellence: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Python for Command-and-control, Exfiltration and Impact: Infosec
    • Web Applications and Command-Line Tools for Data Engineering: Duke University
    • Resilience & Leadership: Concepts, Definitions, & Frameworks: University of Colorado Boulder

    Frequently Asked Questions about Prompt Engineering

    Prompt Engineering courses on Coursera teach a range of skills crucial for effectively interacting with and utilizing generative AI models, including:

    • Basic and advanced techniques for crafting effective prompts that guide AI behavior
    • Understanding the interaction between language models and user inputs
    • Best practices for iterative prompt design to achieve desired outcomes
    • Strategies for troubleshooting and refining AI outputs
    • Ethical considerations and biases in AI responses
    • Application of prompt engineering in various industries such as marketing, tech, and creative arts‎

    Coursera’s Prompt Engineering courses accommodate learners of all backgrounds:

    • Beginners can start with no prior experience, learning the fundamentals of how AI models interpret and generate responses.
    • Those with some background in programming or AI can enhance their skills with more detailed techniques specific to prompt engineering.
    • Advanced practitioners can engage with courses that cover complex strategies and ethical implications in depth.‎

    By participating in Prompt Engineering courses on Coursera, you can achieve various credentials that showcase your capabilities:

    • Course Certificates: Earn a certificate for each completed course, which can demonstrate your proficiency in specific aspects of prompt engineering.
    • Professional Certificates: These are designed to prepare you for roles that require expertise in managing AI interactions and optimizing AI outputs.
    • Specializations: Focus on deepening your knowledge in prompt engineering with comprehensive course sequences that build expertise applicable to industry needs. ‎

    Skills in Prompt Engineering can open doors to several innovative career paths in industries that utilize AI technologies, such as:

    • AI Interaction Designer: Specializing in designing user interfaces and experiences for AI systems.
    • Generative AI Technician: Managing and refining AI outputs in various tech applications.
    • Content Strategist: Using AI to generate creative and engaging content across media.
    • Product Manager for AI Tools: Overseeing the development and application of AI products.
    • Ethics Compliance Officer: Ensuring AI operations adhere to ethical standards and regulations.

    These roles leverage the specialized skills of prompt engineering to enhance how businesses and consumers interact with AI technologies. ‎

    Looking to enhance your team's Prompt Engineering skills? Coursera provides tailored enterprise solutions for teams ranging of 5-125 employees. Our offerings include advanced analytics, customized learning paths, and collaborative tools. To explore our Prompt Engineering training options and make a purchase, please visit our Coursera for Teams page.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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