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Building Generative AI Applications
Teach developers the essential skills needed to add Generative AI (GenAI) features into their applications, including chatbots, content generation, and predictive analysis. This Generative AI course...
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$3,000 USD
Duration
3 days
Course Code
GAI-1101
Available Formats
Classroom, Virtual
Overview
Teach developers the essential skills needed to add Generative AI (GenAI) features into their applications, including chatbots, content generation, and predictive analysis. This Generative AI course teaches learners how to build, deploy, and scale GenAI applications. Hands-on labs address practical challenges and solutions, offering a solid foundation in this evolving field.
Skills Gained
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Enhance customer interactions with generative AI
- Automate tasks with LLM-based applications
- Streamline workflows using LangChain
- Improve performance with generative AI evaluation metrics
- Support business growth with GenAI deployment and scaling strategies
Who Can Benefit
- Software Developers
- Data Scientists & Analysts
Prerequisites
- Familiarity using Generative AI
- Practical Python experience
Course Details
Software Requirements
All attendees must have a modern web browser and an Internet connection.
Understanding Generative AI
- Defining Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence, and Generative AI
- Differentiating Generative AI from Traditional AI
- How Generative AI Works
- Tokenization (An entry point to Generative AI)
- Benefits and Challenges of Generative AI
- Popular GenAI Models and Frameworks
- LLM Settings and Parameters
- Prompt Engineering, RAG, Agentic AI, and other advanced concepts
Basics of Prompt Engineering
- 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
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
Basics of Evaluating Generative AI Applications
- Generative AI Evaluation vs. Software Evaluation
- Metrics for Evaluating Generative AI
- Interpreting Evaluation Results
- Advanced Metrics and Techniques for Generative AI
- Custom Evaluation Metrics
Deploying and Scaling Generative AI Applications
- Unique Challenges in Deploying and Scaling Generative AI Applications
- Managing Latency and Throughput
- Ensuring Data Privacy and Security
- Cloud vs. On-Premise Deployment Trade-offs
- Implementing Continuous Deployment Pipelines for GenAI
- Monitoring and Auto-Scaling GenAI Applications
Basics of Generative AI Monitoring
- Differences Between Evaluation and Monitoring
- Identifying Key Monitoring Metrics
- Understanding the Monitoring Workflow
- Alerts, Logs, and Monitoring Verification
- Setting Up a Monitoring System
Debugging and Testing Generative AI Applications
- Debugging Generative AI Applications
- Testing Generative AI Applications
- Debugging and Testing Tools
- Debugging and Testing Strategies
- Continuous Integration and Deployment
Basics of Agentic AI with LangGraph
- LangGraph Concepts and Principles
- Common Agentic Patterns
- Multi-Agent Workflows
- Agent Communication and Coordination
- Error Handling in Agentic Systems
- Scaling Agentic AI Applications
Generative AI Use Cases and Ethics
- Real-world Applications of Generative AI
- Ethical Considerations in Generative AI
- Responsible Use of Generative AI
- Case Studies and Examples
Schedule
3 options available
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Jul 22, 2025 - Jul 24, 2025 (3 days)
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Sep 16, 2025 - Sep 18, 2025 (3 days)
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Nov 17, 2025 - Nov 19, 2025 (3 days)
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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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GTR stands for Guaranteed to Run; if you see a course with this status, it means this event is confirmed to run. View our GTR page to see our full list of Guaranteed to Run courses.
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Which delivery formats are available?
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.
What does vendor-authorized training mean?
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.
How up-to-date are your courses and support materials?
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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Will I get access to content after I complete a course?
You will get access to the PDF of course books and guides, but access to the recording and slides will depend on the vendor and type of training you receive.
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