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Getting Started in Artificial Intelligence?

May 9, 2020

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AI is considered by many experts to be the most disruptive technology of the decade. It is embedded in much of the technology that we use in our everyday lives. Siri, Google Assistant and Amazon Echo all leverage AI, so does everything ranging from video games and Google Translate to chatbots and self-driving cars.

What is AI?

Essentially, artificial intelligence is the field of computer science that aims to imbue machines with intelligence — thus giving them the ability to analyze their environment and make intelligent decisions to achieve a given outcome. 

Why you should learn AI

AI can be applied to a wide variety of use cases across industries and business functions. The sheer volume of applications is a major factor driving the increased demand for AI experts. As more and more organizations discover the power of AI, they’ll need experts who can help them navigate these waters.

Top AI Courses

Whether you want a better understanding AI just for the sake of it,  to build viable AI projects in your spare time, or start your AI career, there’s a learning pathway for you. Best of all, you can learn everything you want to know about AI during weekends or in your free time.

Foundations of AI with SkillUp Online

SkillUp Online provides a powerful learning solution for IT students and professionals looking to build proficiency around in-demand IT skills including Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, DevOps, Cyber Security, Cloud, and more. Its programs are designed to help students and working professionals across various industries using a highly successful blended learning methodology.

The company recently partnered with the SSC and NASSCOM FutureSkills to offer their ‘Foundations of AI’ course for free until May 15th. It’s also launching applied AI courses from IBM and others and is a great solution for students and businesses alike who are looking to build advanced AI products in the future.

Other AI Beginner Level AI courses include:

AI Learning with IBM

IBM is one of the most important contributors to the field of Artificial Intelligence as we know it. The ‘AI Learning‘ with IBM series will give you a solid working foundation and introduction into the world of AI and if you want to keep exploring, take you all the way to expert level.

Other AI courses include

AI For Everyone

Available on Coursera, this course is taught by Andrew Ng, the founder of Google Brain. The course takes you through the principles of how neural networks learn. You’ll also become familiar with the capabilities of AI and some real-life examples of its applications. 

Wrapping Up

By investing in the right certifications, students, AI hobbyists, and IT professionals can validate their skills and kick off a successful career in the field of AI. What’s more — you can get started immediately. Click here to access more AI courses and online learning tools today.


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