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Generative AI Foundations

Generative AI is transforming how we work, communicate, and create. This mission explores its core concepts, evolution, and capabilities, helping you understand language models, their training, and key terminology. Learn to choose the right AI tools, navigate ethical considerations, and apply best practices to use AI effectively and responsibly in your work.
Presenters Presented By
Glen Cathey
SVP, Consulting Principal, Talent Advisory and Digital Strategy
Glen Cathey
SVP, Consulting Principal, Talent Advisory and Digital Strategy
Glen Cathey is a globally recognized sourcing and recruiting leader, blogger (booleanblackbelt.com), and corporate/keynote speaker, who we're delighted to have as an expert on our platform.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the Mission you will be able to:
Explain the foundational principles, evolution, and primary modalities of generative AI, distinguishing major model types and their capabilities
Describe how large language models are trained—covering data collection, tokenization, pre-training, and fine-tuning—while interpreting key terms such as parameters, tokens, embeddings, and temperature
Assess and select the most appropriate generative AI tools or APIs for varied business and creative tasks, balancing performance, cost, and practical constraints
Apply responsible AI practices that mitigate bias, protect sensitive data, and respect intellectual-property considerations in real-world use cases

Courses in this Mission

In this course, you'll build a strong foundation in Generative AI and Language Models, exploring how they work, their capabilities, and their ethical implications.
This course explores advanced AI tools and strategies. Learn to manage AI models cost-effectively, streamline workflows, and leverage emerging technologies like agentic AI and computer interfacing. Gain practical skills and strategic insights to optimize your AI toolkit and stay ahead in the evolving recruitment landscape.

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