Learn the Basics of GenAI Agents

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Here's what you'll learn:

Introduction
What is an Agent?
Why we need Agents
Fine-Tuning as a Solution
MRKL Systems
Quiz
Assignment
Introduction
Tool Use Agents
Observation-based Agents
RAG Agents
Code-based Agents
Quiz
Assignment
Introduction
Agent Libraries
Assignment
Conclusion
An E-Commerce Agent
Review the Course
Exit Survey

About this Course

Generative AI Agents are specialized systems designed to perform tasks by combining large language models’ ability to generate and understand language with specific functionalities like retrieving information (usually with retrieval augmented generation, or RAG), interacting with tools, or automating workflows. These agents are increasingly being used in industries such as customer support, e-commerce, data analysis, and software development to streamline operations and solve complex problems.

This course provides a concise introduction to what Generative AI Agents are, how they work, and how they can be applied effectively. It breaks down the foundational concepts behind AI agents, including their core types:

  • Tool Use Agents: Capable of interacting with external tools, such as calendars, spreadsheets, or APIs, to complete specific tasks.
  • Observation-Based Agents: Designed to gather, process, and interpret data from their environment for informed decision-making.
  • Code-Based Agents: Able to generate, debug, and execute code to assist in software development or automation.
  • Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) Agents: Combine AI generation with live information retrieval from databases or the web, ensuring up-to-date and context-aware responses.

Throughout the course, you will explore practical examples and case studies to understand how these agents are implemented in real-world scenarios.

By the end, you’ll have a working knowledge of Generative AI Agents, their capabilities and limitations, and how they can be aligned with specific business needs. This foundational understanding will allow you to discuss AI agent technologies with your team and assess their potential for improving operational efficiency in your organization.

Skills You'll Gain

  • Foundations of Generative AI Agents: A foundational understanding of Generative AI Agents and their functionality.

  • Types and Applications of AI Agents: Familiarity with different types of agents and their business applications.

  • Opportunity Recognition in AI: Confidence in identifying AI opportunities for your organization.

  • Effective AI Strategy Communication: Knowledge to engage meaningfully in conversations about AI strategy and implementation.

Your Instructor: Sander Schulhoff

CEO of Learn Prompting

Sander Schulhoff is the Founder of Learn Prompting and an ML Researcher at the University of Maryland. He created the first open-source Prompt Engineering guide, which reached 3 million people and taught them to use tools like ChatGPT. Sander also led a team behind Prompt Report, the most comprehensive study of prompting ever done. This 76-page survey, co-authored with researchers from the University of Maryland, OpenAI, Microsoft, Google, Princeton, Stanford, and other leading institutions, analyzed 1,500+ academic papers and covered 200+ prompting techniques.
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    3 Days (self-paced). Bite-sized video lessons designed for busy learners, supplemented with quizzes and exercises.

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    Engaging video content, interactive quizzes, and hands-on assignments.

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Ratings & Reviews

5 star rating

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James Scott

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Good Resource and precise overview

Usman Khan

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4 star rating

A Comprehensive Guide to Generative AI Agents

JAIGOVIND SHENOY

This course offers a detailed and practical exploration of AI-driven agents using advanced models like GPT-4. It's well-structured, with valuable hands-on exercises, making it an excellent resource beginners interested in generative AI applicati...

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This course offers a detailed and practical exploration of AI-driven agents using advanced models like GPT-4. It's well-structured, with valuable hands-on exercises, making it an excellent resource beginners interested in generative AI applications.

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5 star rating

AI Agents explained

Davide Di Carlo

Thanks for this course, gave me a general overview of how agents work and how I can improve it

Thanks for this course, gave me a general overview of how agents work and how I can improve it

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3 star rating

Good Content but Too Short Course and Unclear Assignments

Venkata Chengalvala

I like the course's content, it's really helpful and covers the basics of RAG. However, it should more vigorously test our understanding of basic RAG concepts (e.g., more quiz questions) and be a bit longer so that people actually learn. Also, one...

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I like the course's content, it's really helpful and covers the basics of RAG. However, it should more vigorously test our understanding of basic RAG concepts (e.g., more quiz questions) and be a bit longer so that people actually learn. Also, one of the assignments asks me to complete the Llama Index Starter Tutorial and then submit the resultant file, but what file should I submit; there are multiple files the code/program generates. Overall, fine course but should be refined.

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5 star rating

Please keep it coming.

James Scott

I'm looking forward to more.

I'm looking forward to more.

Read Less
5 star rating

Good Resource and precise overview

Usman Khan

Read Less
4 star rating

A Comprehensive Guide to Generative AI Agents

JAIGOVIND SHENOY

This course offers a detailed and practical exploration of AI-driven agents using advanced models like GPT-4. It's well-structured, with valuable hands-on exercises, making it an excellent resource beginners interested in generative AI applicati...

Read More

This course offers a detailed and practical exploration of AI-driven agents using advanced models like GPT-4. It's well-structured, with valuable hands-on exercises, making it an excellent resource beginners interested in generative AI applications.

Read Less
5 star rating

AI Agents explained

Davide Di Carlo

Thanks for this course, gave me a general overview of how agents work and how I can improve it

Thanks for this course, gave me a general overview of how agents work and how I can improve it

Read Less
3 star rating

Good Content but Too Short Course and Unclear Assignments

Venkata Chengalvala

I like the course's content, it's really helpful and covers the basics of RAG. However, it should more vigorously test our understanding of basic RAG concepts (e.g., more quiz questions) and be a bit longer so that people actually learn. Also, one...

Read More

I like the course's content, it's really helpful and covers the basics of RAG. However, it should more vigorously test our understanding of basic RAG concepts (e.g., more quiz questions) and be a bit longer so that people actually learn. Also, one of the assignments asks me to complete the Llama Index Starter Tutorial and then submit the resultant file, but what file should I submit; there are multiple files the code/program generates. Overall, fine course but should be refined.

Read Less
5 star rating

Please keep it coming.

James Scott

I'm looking forward to more.

I'm looking forward to more.

Read Less

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