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    Prompt engineering courses can help you learn how to design effective prompts that guide AI tools like ChatGPT to generate accurate, relevant, and useful responses.

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      University of Alberta

      Software Design and Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Model View Controller, Unified Modeling Language, Object Oriented Design, Service Oriented Architecture, API Design, Systems Architecture, Web Services, Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Microservices, Restful API, Software Design Documents, Software Visualization, Code Review, Solution Architecture, Software Systems, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Northwestern University

      Modern Robotics: Mechanics, Planning, and Control

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Controls, Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Automation Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Engineering, Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Torque (Physics), Artificial Intelligence, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Automation, Computational Logic, Virtual Environment, Robotic Process Automation, Graph Theory, Matlab, Numerical Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Software Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Requirements Analysis, Software Architecture, Acceptance Testing, Software Development Methodologies, Unified Modeling Language, Software Development Life Cycle, Configuration Management, Software Quality Assurance, Debugging, Software Design, Process Driven Development, Software Engineering, Quality Assurance, Software Testing, Object Oriented Design, Functional Requirement, Systems Analysis, Data Modeling, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      508 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Meta

      Meta Database Engineer

      Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Database Design, Version Control, Database Management Systems, Database Management, MySQL Workbench, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Modeling, Data Structures, SQL, Unix Commands, Relational Databases, Databases, Git (Version Control System), Database Systems, Stored Procedure, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Algorithms, Django (Web Framework)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7.1K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Free Trial
      G

      Google

      Google IT Automation with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Version Control, Cloud Services, Debugging, Puppet (Configuration Management Tool), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Bash (Scripting Language), Configuration Management, Professional Networking, CI/CD, Cloud Computing, Technical Communication, Docker (Software), Unit Testing, Containerization, Web Services, Interviewing Skills, Python Programming, Programming Principles

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      48K reviews

      Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Engineering and Product Design Processes

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Design Process, Engineering Drawings, Prototyping, Product Design, Product Development, Hardware Design, Research and Design, Design Specifications, Ideation, User Feedback

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      69 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Power Electronics

      Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Control Systems, Semiconductors, Electronic Systems, Electrical Engineering, USB, Electrical Systems, Electronic Components, Electronics, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Systems Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Basic Electrical Systems, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Design, Plot (Graphics), Technical Design, Engineering Design Process

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      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Data Engineering Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Database Design, SQL, MySQL, Data Transformation, Data Store, Extract, Transform, Load, IBM DB2, Relational Databases, Data Architecture, Jupyter, Data Pipelines, Big Data, Data Warehousing, Data Governance, Data Manipulation, Stored Procedure, Databases, Automation, Python Programming

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      56K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Introduction to Electronics

      Skills you'll gain: Electronic Components, Semiconductors, Electronics, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronics Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Schematic Diagrams

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.5K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Multiple educators

      DeepLearning.AI Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Airflow, Data Modeling, Data Pipelines, Data Storage, Data Architecture, Data Transformation, Requirements Analysis, Data Processing, Data Warehousing, Query Languages, Apache Hadoop, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Lakes, Amazon Web Services, File Systems, Apache Spark, Database Systems, Data Integration, AWS Kinesis, Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      448 reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Applied Software Engineering Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Linux Commands, Unit Testing, Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Software Design, Version Control, File Management, Jupyter, Scrum (Software Development), Application Deployment, Collaborative Software, Automation, Flask (Web Framework), Web Scraping, Python Programming, Software Testing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      48K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      National Taiwan University

      BIM Fundamentals for Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Building Information Modeling, Engineering Documentation, Data Modeling, 3D Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Construction, Information Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.9K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular prompt engineering courses

    • Software Design and Architecture: University of Alberta
    • Modern Robotics: Mechanics, Planning, and Control: Northwestern University
    • Software Engineering: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Meta Database Engineer: Meta
    • Google IT Automation with Python: Google
    • Engineering and Product Design Processes: Arizona State University
    • Power Electronics: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Data Engineering Foundations: IBM
    • Introduction to Electronics: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • DeepLearning.AI Data Engineering: DeepLearning.AI

    Why Learn Prompt Engineering?

    Prompt engineering is the practice of crafting inputs that optimize how generative AI systems interpret and respond to tasks. It’s a key skill for using tools like ChatGPT, Bard, and Claude across content creation, data analysis, and automation. Learning prompt engineering can help you communicate with AI more effectively, streamline workflows, and unlock new applications in your personal and professional work.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Prompt Engineering

    Top courses include Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT from Vanderbilt University, which covers crafting effective prompts for large language models, and Essentials of Prompt Engineering from AWS, which explores prompt engineering in broader AI contexts.‎

    Yes. Many prompt engineering and generative AI courses offer a free audit option, allowing learners to access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to create prompts that yield accurate, creative, and contextually relevant responses from AI tools. Topics include prompt types (like zero-shot and few-shot), iterative refinement, and ethical considerations in AI interaction.‎

    Not necessarily. Many courses are designed for general learners and provide hands-on practice without requiring programming. For more advanced topics—like using APIs or automating prompts—coding experience can be helpful.‎

    Yes. Prompt engineering is a valuable skill in fields like content creation, marketing, customer support, and data analysis. Coursera courses can help you develop these in-demand skills, earn certificates, and show how you can effectively collaborate with AI.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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