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Applying GenAI Across the Software Development Lifecycle
Equip your team with the skills to integrate Generative AI across the Software Development Lifecycle. This course covers AI-driven software development, testing, security, and operations, enabling...
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$5,000 USD
Duration
5 days
Course Code
GAI-2103
Available Formats
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Overview
Equip your team with the skills to integrate Generative AI across the Software Development Lifecycle. This course covers AI-driven software development, testing, security, and operations, enabling teams to enhance productivity, improve code quality, and streamline workflows. Participants will gain hands-on experience with GenAI tools to secure, optimize, and innovate across the software delivery pipeline.
Skills Gained
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the role of GenAI in DevSecOps processes.
- Enhance software planning, design, and testing with AI-driven tools.
- Automate security reviews, testing, and remediation using GenAI.
- Optimize build and release processes with AI-powered solutions.
- Integrate AI into deployment, monitoring, and operational workflows.
- Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing with AI tools.
Who Can Benefit
- Software Developers
- DevOps Engineers
- Security Professionals
- IT Operations Teams
- Anyone interested in applying AI to DevSecOps practices
Prerequisites
- Familiarity with Generative AI concepts and tools.
- Practical experience with Python programming.
Course Details
Software
All attendees must have a modern web browser and an Internet connection.
Day 1: Foundations of Coding Assistants with GitHub CoPilot
Introduction to GenAI Coding Assistants
- What are coding assistants?
- Features and capabilities of coding assistants
- Popular coding assistants
- Setting up GitHub Copilot
- Code and documentation generation
- Code completion and suggestions
- Generating tests, debugging, and troubleshooting
- Code translation and refactoring
Basics of Prompt Engineering for Coding
- Why prompt engineering?
- Techniques for Effective Direct Prompting (Zero-shot)
- Prompting with Examples (One-shot, Few-shot)
- Chain-of-Thought, Tree-of-Thoughts
- Evaluating and Refining Prompts
- Common Mistakes in Prompt Engineering
- Applying Prompt Engineering to Coding
Exploring GitHub Copilot Features
- Copilot Chat and CLI
- Pull Request Summaries and Workspaces
- Slash commands and chat variables
- Indexing repositories and multi-file edits
- Prompt engineering for Copilot
- Extensions, code review, and public-preview features
Day 2: Creating Generative AI-Enabled Scripts
Building Simple LLM-Based Applications
- Application Design Building Blocks
- Accessing LLMs via APIs
- Prompt Templates
- Conversational Model of Completion
- Closed-Weight vs. Open-Weight Models
- Batch APIs for Cost Control
Accelerating Development with LangChain
- What is LangChain?
- LangChain Terminology and Conceptual overview
- LLM Chains and Prompt Templates
- Structured Output
- Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)
- Loaders, Splitters, and Parsers
- Structure Output and Function Calling
Function and Tool Calling
- How does Function Calling Work?
- Binding Functions to LLMs
- Handling LLM Responses
- Error Handling and Retries
- Security of LLM Function Calls
- LangChain ToolKits
Day 3: AI in DevSecOps – From Planning to Testing
GenAI-Enhanced Software Planning & Design
- Feature Brainstorming and User Story Generation
- Requirements and Acceptance Criteria Generation
- Accelerated Architecture Design with GenAI
- Early Threat Modeling with GenAI
- Drafting Design and Compliance Documents
- Collaborative Design Reviews with GenAI
Practical Applications of GenAI in Coding
- GenAI for Code Generation, Completion & Refactoring
- Automated Code Documentation Generation
- Code Translation Assistance with GenAI
- AI-Powered Code Reviews & Refactoring Suggestions
- Enhancing Code Quality and Consistency with GenAI
- Collaborative Coding and Pair Programming with AI
Accelerating Testing with GenAI
- Comprehensive Test Case Generation
- AI-Driven Test Data Generation
- Test Result Summarization & Flaky Test ID
- Self Healing Tests & Automated Code Repairs
- Automated UI Testing Script Generation
- Fuzzing, Mutation Testing, and Chaos Engineering
Day 4: AI in DevSecOps – From Security to Release
Using GenAI to Improve Application Security
- Conducting Secure Code Reviews with GenAI Assistance
- Accelerating Static Applications Security Testing
- Filtering and Prioritizing Security Tool Reports
- Translating Security Findings into Developer-Friendly Actions
- Generating Tests Based on Security Findings
- Automated Repair and Remediation of Security Findings
Fast and Reliable Builds with GenAI
- Reviewing Build Logs and Identifying Failures
- Debugging Build Failures with GenAI
- Optimizing Build Times and Resource Usage
- Identifying and Resolving Dependency Conflicts with AI
- Automating Dependency Updates
- Container Build Creation and Optimization
Streamlining Software Release with GenAI
- Creating Detailed and Accurate Release Notes
- Generating Comprehensive Deployment Checklists
- Automating Rollback Plans and Procedure Creation
- Designing Functional Test Plans
- Assessing Release Risks for Performance, Stability, and Security
- Conducting AI-Assisted Evaluations of Release Readiness
Day 5: AI in DevSecOps – Deployment, Operations, and Team Collaboration
Integrating AI into Deployment
- IaC Generation & Optimization (K8s, Terraform, etc.)
- Deployment Troubleshooting with AI Assistance
- Secure IaC Template Validation
- Automated Configuration Audits
- AI-Assisted Rollback and Recovery Planning
- Continuous Deployment Pipeline Optimization
GenAI-Enhanced Operations and Monitoring
- Runbook Generation & Operation Task Automation
- Basic System Monitoring and Alerting with AI
- GenAI Log Analysis and Alert Prioritization
- Performance Tuning & Resource Optimization
- Incident Root Cause Analysis with AI Assistance
- Predictive Maintenance and Failure Prevention with GenAI
AI-Driven Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing
- Facilitating vs. Replacing Team Collaboration
- Using AI Tools for Team Communication
- Automating Meeting Notes and Action Items with AI
- Creating and Maintaining Knowledge Bases with AI Assistance
- Enhancing Code Reviews and Documentation with AI
- Leveraging AI for Onboarding and Training New Team Members
Schedule
FAQ
Does the course schedule include a Lunchbreak?
Classes typically include a 1-hour lunch break around midday. However, the exact break times and duration can vary depending on the specific class. Your instructor will provide detailed information at the start of the course.
What languages are used to deliver training?
Most courses are conducted in English, unless otherwise specified. Some courses will have the word "FRENCH" marked in red beside the scheduled date(s) indicating the language of instruction.
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At Ascendient Learning, we offer training that is Instructor-Led, Online, Virtual, and Self-Paced.
Does Ascendient Learning deliver group training?
Yes, we provide training for groups, individuals and private on sites. View our group training page for more information.
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As a vendor-authorized training partner, we offer a curriculum that our partners have vetted. We use the same course materials and facilitate the same labs as our vendor-delivered training. These courses are considered the gold standard and, as such, are priced accordingly.
Is the training too basic, or will you go deep into technology?
It depends on your requirements, your role in your company, and your depth of knowledge. The good news about many of our learning paths, you can start from the fundamentals to highly specialized training.
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We continuously work with our vendors to evaluate and refresh course material to reflect the latest training courses and best practices.
Are your instructors seasoned trainers who have deep knowledge of the training topic?
Ascendient Learning instructors have an average of 27 years of practical IT experience and have also served as consultants for an average of 15 years. To stay current, instructors spend at least 25 percent of their time learning new, emerging technologies and courses.
Do you provide hands-on training and exercises in an actual lab environment?
Lab access is dependent on the vendor and the type of training you sign up for. However, many of our top vendors will provide lab access to students to test and practice. The course description will specify lab access.
Will you customize the training for our company’s specific needs and goals?
We will work with you to identify training needs and areas of growth. We offer a variety of training methods, such as private group training, on-site of your choice, and virtually. We provide courses and certifications that are aligned with your business goals.
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Reviews
Concise and good to follow along. Although it is a lot to take in under a short period of time.
Exit certified was great as it is very in depth and hands on learning which made it very easy to learn this type of work.
The course was informative, and I learnt a new skill. The instructor was up to the point.
Courseware was effective but would like to have some PDF material on BPML and XPATH
ExitCertified provided a very organized way to learn and provided materials to follow along.
