Developing Generative AI Applications with Vertex AI

Generative AI is transforming how we build software, enabling developers to create intuitive user experiences that were once impossible. This text-based course guides you through the process of integrating powerful Large Language Models (LLMs) into your cloud applications. You will transition from understanding basic AI concepts to designing, configuring, and deploying production-ready generative text and chat applications. What you'll learn: - Understand foundational generative AI concepts, LLM architectures, and cloud-native AI terminology. - Configure and call Gemini models using Vertex AI APIs and SDKs. - Apply modern prompt engineering techniques to control model outputs and behaviors. - Implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) patterns to ground models with external data. - Design secure and scalable application architectures for AI-driven user experiences. - Practice debugging and evaluating model responses through written code exercises. This course begins with essential definitions and core AI principles before moving step-by-step through API integration, prompt design, and retrieval patterns. It is designed for software developers and cloud enthusiasts who are new to artificial intelligence, with no prior machine learning experience required. Start building the future of software with cloud-based generative AI today.