Introduction to Generative AI

Course Duration: 1 hour

Course Summary

The “Introduction to Generative AI: Unleashing Creativity with Artificial Intelligence” webinar is a one-hour session that delves into the fascinating world of Generative AI and its creative applications. The webinar begins with an insightful 10-minute introduction to Generative AI, covering its fundamental principles and distinguishing it from Discriminative AI. Participants will also gain valuable insights into real-world examples of Generative AI applications across various domains.

Prerequisites: Basic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts and programming (not mandatory but beneficial).

Course Curriculum

1. Welcome and Introduction (5 minutes)

  • Give an overview of the course

  • Understanding the difference between Generative and Discriminative AI

  • Examples of Generative AI applications in various domains

2. Types of Generative AI Models (15 minutes)

  • Overview of popular Generative AI models such as Variational Autoencoders (VAEs), Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), and Transformers

  • Explanation of how each model works and their unique characteristics

3. Creativity and Innovation with Generative AI (15 minutes)

  • How Generative AI can assist and enhance creative processes in art, music, and content creation

  • Showcase of inspiring projects and artworks generated by AI

4. Ethical Considerations in Generative AI (10 minutes)

  • Discussion on potential biases and ethical challenges in Generative AI

  • Strategies for responsible AI usage to avoid harmful outcomes

5. Hands-on Demonstration (10 minutes)

  • Live demonstration of a simple Generative AI model

  • Step-by-step explanation of how the model generates new content

6. Wrap-up and Next Steps (5 minutes)

  • Review key takeaways from this course

  • Explore a few pathways for further learning in Generative AI

  • Initiate Q&A and course feedback