Description

Foundations of Artificial Intelligence (ICP-FAI) 2 days
Dive into the transformative world of AI and unlock the potential of AI to revolutionize how you work and think.
The Foundations of Artificial Intelligence course is designed to introduce participants to the fascinating world of AI, covering its history, evolution, and the pivotal role it plays in shaping the future of technology and society. Through engaging lectures and hands-on exercises, learners will explore key concepts such as machine learning, deep learning, algorithms, and data processing, gaining insights into how these elements come together to create intelligent systems that can learn, adapt, and make decisions.
By the end of the course, participants will have a solid understanding of AI’s capabilities and limitations, equipped with the knowledge to leverage AI in their professional lives and contribute to responsible AI development and use.
ICP courses generally include two full days of instruction and activities. ICAgile encourages instructors and students to take more time to cover the material when possible to let the new ideas marinate. We find that soaking time is key to adoption of the agile mindset. Ultimately, the course duration depends on the training provider’s design.
After completing this course, you will be able to:
• Discuss how AI has evolved to its current state
• Name and use key AI-related terminology
• Use AI as it continues to evolve
• Describe the ethical issues that AI can present, and mitigate those issues
• Use Agility in your AI initiatives
• Develop your ability to prompt Generative AI tools
• Use AI to deliver business value and support business strategy

1. Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
1.1. Evolution of AI
1.1.1. Understanding AI
• Key concepts
• Potential applications
• Limitations of AI in the workplace
• Practical applications and potential of AI
• How AI differs from traditional computing
1.1.2. Pieces of the AI Puzzle
• Machine learning
• Deep learning
• Algorithms
• Data processing
• Generative AI
1.1.3. Evolving State of AI
• Why is AI evolving at such a rapid rate?Artificial Narrow Intelligence (ANI) vs. Artificial General Intelligence (AGI)Common myths and misconceptions surrounding AI
• Identify concepts
• Define terms
• Which enabled the other?
1.2. Ethical and Legal Considerations of AI
1.2.1. Ethics in the Context of AI
• Moral principles and guidelines
• Ethical considerations to address
1.2.2. The Inherent Bias of AI
• The impact of bias
• Approaches and strategies to ensure ethical AI
• Human validation of AI
1.2.3. Data Compliance and Privacy
• Regulatory considerations (e.g. GDPR & HIPAA)
• Compliance strategies
1.3. Prompt Engineering
1.3.1. Introduction to Prompt Engineering
• The basics of effective AI Prompt Engineering
• Recognizing well-crafted prompts that lead to useful, specific answers
1.3.2. Effective Prompts
• Techniques for crafting prompts that produce accurate, reliable, and unbiased results
• Recognizing when to revise prompts based on the AI’s results
• The importance and impact of context in prompt engineering
• Creating prompts based on clearly identified goals
1.3.3. All Prompts are Not Created Equal
• Contrast results from various LLMs and Generative AI tools
• Sources for syntax guidance for different AI solutions
• Patterns and strategies for crafting effective prompts
2. Artificial Intelligence in the Enterprise
2.1. The Agile Advantage
2.1.1. Agile Mindset and AI
• The connection between the agile mindset, values, and principles and AI
• How a culture of learning, reflecting and adapting enables AI success
2.1.2. Agile Behaviors and AI
• Applying iterative development, continuous feedback, and collaboration to AI solutions
• How planning, designing, testing, and keeping AI systems up to date differs from other efforts.
2.1.3. Cross-Functional Teams and AI
• The cross-functional skills needed in a team focused on AI (e.g., prompt engineering, data literacy, data science, software engineering, ethics, domain-specific knowledge)
• Evolving the cross-functional AI team
2.2 Leveraging AI in the Organization
2.2.1. Business Value of AI
• How AI can be used to create competitive advantages, optimize operations, and enhance customer engagement
• Making strategic decisions about investing in, developing, or implementing AI solutions based on AI’s business value
• How AI supports and complements the skills and creativity of humans
2.2.2. Align AI with Strategy
• Aligning AI initiatives with strategic objectives
• Infrastructure to support AI initiatives
• The cultural shift towards data-driven decision-making
• Oversight for responsible AI governance
2.2.3. AI Initiative in the Real World
• Examples of real-world AI initiatives
• Types of AI solutions and their potential impacts on an organization
• What steps can you take to use AI right away?
• What will you plan to do in the next few months?
• What will take longer to achieve, but would be worth it?