Generative AI and Prompt Engineering with ChatGPT

Generative artificial intelligence is transforming how we work, write, and solve problems. Understanding how to interact effectively with large language models is becoming an essential skill for professionals in every industry. This text-only course guides you from AI fundamentals to practical prompt engineering. You will learn how to collaborate with ChatGPT to generate high-quality text, structure data, and accelerate your creative and analytical workflows. What you'll learn: Understand the foundational concepts of generative AI and how large language models function; Apply core prompt engineering techniques to get precise, reliable answers from ChatGPT; Create structured text outputs, summaries, and creative drafts for professional projects; Analyze the limitations of AI, including bias, hallucinations, and privacy considerations; Explore modern AI concepts such as retrieval-augmented generation and agentic workflows. The course starts with essential terminology and the mechanics of language models before moving into structured, step-by-step prompting frameworks. You will read through clear explanations and analyze practical prompt templates to build your confidence. Designed entirely for beginners, this course requires no technical background or programming experience. Start reading today to unlock the potential of generative AI in your daily life.