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Google AI Essentials

Practical AI skills for every job — by Google

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1,681,240students

5 lessons

~5 hourstotal

Last updated: 2025 · Taught by Google AI Team

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Taught by AI experts at Google, this self-paced program helps people across all roles and industries build practical AI skills. You'll learn how to use generative AI tools to boost your productivity, write clear and specific prompts, evaluate AI outputs critically, and understand how to use AI responsibly in your work and life. Over 1.6 million learners have already completed this course.

What you'll learn

Use generative AI tools to speed up everyday work tasks

Write clear, specific prompts that get great results

Evaluate AI-generated content for accuracy and bias

Apply AI responsibly and ethically in the workplace

Understand how large language models (LLMs) work

Identify the right AI tool for different job tasks

Requirements

No prior AI or technical experience needed

A computer with internet access

Curiosity and willingness to experiment

Course content

5 lessons · ~5 hours total

Introduction to AI and How It WorksFREE PREVIEW

Video · 45 min

45 min

Maximise Productivity with AI ToolsFREE PREVIEW

Video · 60 min

60 min

Discover the Art of Prompt Engineering

Exercise · 60 min

Use AI Responsibly

Video · 45 min

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Google AI Team

AI Experts at Google

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1,681,240Students

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This course is taught by a team of AI experts at Google who are working to make AI technology helpful for everyone. Google has trained millions of people in digital skills and is committed to making AI education accessible worldwide.