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Fundamentals of AI

IBM Skills Network (watsonx) · IBM · Updated March 2026

Platform rating

4.3/5

Champ rating

7.8/10

Duration

Learning path

Classes

10

Learning path introducing AI basics, core concepts, and ethics through multiple beginner courses.

What you'll get

Understand core AI concepts and terminology
Explore ML, deep learning, and NLP basics
Recognize ethical considerations in AI

Fit

Best for

Leaders
Analysts
Researchers
Decision-makers

Not ideal for

Experts seeking deep specialization

Prerequisites & pricing

Prerequisites

None

Pricing

Free

Certification

No

AI fundamentals
Ethics
ML basics
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