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Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Eric Chuar has completed the Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Personal & Professional Productivity and received a certificate from IBM.

SCHOOL:
IBM

GRADUATED:
2020

DURATION:
6 Months

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Artificial Intelligence Skills Gained

Describe what is AI, its applications, use cases, and how it is transforming our lives

Describe several issues and ethical concerns surrounding AI

Explain terms like Machine Learning, Deep Learning and Neural Networks

Articulate advice from experts about learning and starting a career in AI

Course Perspective

Just wrapped up the Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) course, and let me tell you, it’s mind-blowing stuff! I’ve always been the type to dig in and get hands-on before I even think about formal training. Sure, certificates are nice for the LinkedIn profile, but the real gold is in the skills you pick up. Anybody who’s deep into digital marketing and programming gets that.

This course piqued my interest because, let’s face it, AI is the future. It’s complex and not many folks get it, which makes it even more interesting for me. Plus, I’m all about sharing what I learn.

Having spent years in Malaysia and Singapore, places that I deeply love, I’m all about contributing and giving back to the community. Now that I have a family and a little one, the urgency to spread knowledge has never been greater.

So, what’s in the course?

  1. What is AI?: The course started by demystifying AI, explaining its applications and use cases, and how it’s revolutionizing the way we live. This is especially useful for digital marketing, where AI tools can make a big impact.
  2. Technical Jargon: We went deep into Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Neural Networks. These are buzzwords you hear all the time, but the course really breaks down what they mean and how they’re different.
  3. Ethical Concerns: This was an eye-opener. AI isn’t all roses; there are some thorny issues like data privacy and job displacement. Important stuff to know if you’re going to be in this field.
  4. Career Advice: The course ended with pearls of wisdom from experts in the field on how to kickstart a career in AI. Super useful for anyone looking to pivot or deepen their expertise.

All said and done, this course was a jackpot of insights. I’m stoked to apply what I’ve learned, especially in my digital marketing work. And you can bet your last dollar that I’m going to share all this newfound knowledge. Because what’s the point of learning if you’re not going to share, right?