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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
- What is Intelligence?
- Mechanisms of Intelligence
- What is Artificial Intelligence?
- How does AI work?
- What can AI do?
- What is Generative AI?
- How does a Large Language Model work?
Basics of Prompt Engineering
- Basics of Prompting
- What is Prompt Engineering?
- Why It’s Both Art and Science
- Communicating with Large Language Models
- Why is Prompt Engineering Useful?
Building Generative AI Applications
- Common Applications of Generative AI
- Deployment Considerations
- Accessing Large Language Models via API
- Utilizing LLM APIs in Applications
- Enhancing User Interactions
- Producing Structured Outputs
- Putting it Together: Building GenAI Applications
Accelerating Development With Langchain
- What is LangChain?
- LangChain Framework Overview
- Benefits of LangChain
- LangChain Terminology and Concepts
- Language Models
- Creating Tools
- Common LangChain Use Cases
Evaluating Generative AI Applications
- Introduction to Evaluation
- Key Evaluation Attributes
- Common Metrics for Generative AI
- Interpreting Evaluation Results
- LLM Evaluation Pipeline
- Balancing Metrics and Human Judgment
Deploying and Scaling Generative AI Applications
- Unique Challenges in Deployment
- Business Models: IaaS, PaaS, SaaS
- Cloud vs. On-Premise Deployments
- Managing Latency and Throughput
- Ensuring Data Privacy and Security
- Monitoring and Auto-Scaling
Basics of Generative AI Monitoring
- Differences Between Evaluation and Monitoring
- Comparison: Evaluation vs. Monitoring
- Understanding the Monitoring Workflow
- Alerts, Logs, and Verification
- Setting Up a Monitoring System
- Drift Detection Methods
Debugging and Testing Generative AI Applications
- Debugging Generative AI Applications
- Workflow for Testing Chatbot
- Systematic Testing Framework
- Best Practices in Debugging and Testing
- CI/CD for LLMs
- Ethical Considerations in LLM Development
Introduction to Agentic AI
- Defining Agentic AI
- Components of Agentic AI
- Characteristics of Agentic AI
- Agentic AI vs. Generative AI
- Benefits and Challenges of Agentic AI
- Real-world Applications of Agentic AI
Generative AI Use Cases and Ethics
- Introduction to Generative AI Use Cases and Ethics
- Real-world Applications of Generative AI
- Identifying GenAI Use Cases
- Ethical Considerations in Generative AI
- Responsible Use of Generative AI
- Case Studies and Examples
Schedule
2 options available
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Mar 11, 2026 - Mar 13, 2026 (3 days)
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May 20, 2026 - May 22, 2026 (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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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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Reviews
Class was easy to sign up for and ExitCertified provided very good communication
Great instructor, clear and concise course. Labs were easy to follow and worked perfectly.
The class covered the concepts needed for the AWS Cloud Practitioner Certification.
ExitCertified provided a very organized way to learn and provided materials to follow along.
Good training. A lot to take in for the short amount of time we have though
