Vanderbilt University
AI Agent Developer Specialization
Vanderbilt University

AI Agent Developer Specialization

Master Skills of an AI Agent Software Developer. Learn to design, build, and refine intelligent software agents using Python, generative AI, and agentic architectures for real-world applications.

Dr. Jules White

Instructor: Dr. Jules White

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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
4.9

(40 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

2 months
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • • How to build and deploy intelligent AI agents using Python, tools, memory, and reasoning.

  • • How to create custom GPTs and apply prompt engineering techniques for real-world tasks.

  • • How to design trustworthy, responsible AI systems aligned with best practices.

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April 2025

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Specialization - 6 course series

AI Agents and Agentic AI with Python & Generative AI

Course 110 hours4.8 (39 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • Understand the Fundamentals of Agentic AI and AI Agents: Gain a clear understanding of how AI agents work enabling you to make informed decisions.

  • Differentiate Innovation from Hype: Learn to evaluate AI solutions, recognize opportunities for impact, and avoid outdated or overhyped approaches.

  • Build Basic Agents with Custom GPTs: Develop hands-on experience creating simple yet powerful AI agents using custom GPTs.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Generative AI
Category: Artificial Intelligence
Category: Python Programming
Category: Emerging Technologies
Category: Automation
Category: Business Intelligence
Category: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
Category: Business Process Automation
Category: Innovation
Category: Workflow Management
Category: Business Strategy
Category: Strategic Thinking
Category: Competitive Analysis
Category: ChatGPT

AI Agents and Agentic AI Architecture in Python

Course 27 hours5.0 (17 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • Understand the Fundamentals of Agentic AI and AI Agents: Gain a clear understanding of how AI agents work enabling you to make informed decisions.

  • Differentiate Innovation from Hype: Learn to evaluate AI solutions, recognize opportunities for impact, and avoid outdated or overhyped approaches.

  • Build Basic Agents with Custom GPTs: Develop hands-on experience creating simple yet powerful AI agents using custom GPTs.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Systems Architecture
Category: Python Programming
Category: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
Category: Action Oriented
Category: Digital Transformation
Category: Emerging Technologies
Category: Value Propositions
Category: Artificial Intelligence
Category: ChatGPT
Category: Business Process Automation
Category: Automation
Category: Software Design
Category: Innovation
Category: Generative AI
Category: OpenAI

OpenAI GPTs: Creating Your Own Custom AI Assistants

Course 37 hours4.9 (372 ratings)

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Generative AI
Category: Artificial Intelligence
Category: Scenario Testing
Category: OpenAI
Category: ChatGPT
Category: Innovation
Category: Expense Reports
Category: Expense Management
Category: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
Category: Productivity Software
Category: Solution Architecture
Category: Personalized Service
Category: Business Process Automation
Category: Digital Transformation
Category: Test Case

Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT

Course 418 hours4.8 (5,487 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • How to apply prompt engineering to effectively work with large language models, like ChatGPT

  • How to use prompt patterns to tap into powerful capabilities within large language models

  • How to create complex prompt-based applications for your life, business, or education

Skills you'll gain

Category: ChatGPT
Category: Artificial Intelligence
Category: Application Development
Category: Generative AI
Category: Natural Language Processing
Category: Problem Solving
Category: Creative Thinking
Category: Creativity
Category: Communication

ChatGPT Advanced Data Analysis

Course 510 hours4.8 (733 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • Automate tasks in your work and life with ChatGPT Code Interpreter

    Automate reading and creating PDFs, PowerPoint, Excel, images, video, and more

Skills you'll gain

Category: ChatGPT
Category: Data Analysis
Category: Artificial Intelligence
Category: Data Transformation
Category: Automation
Category: Technical Communication
Category: Pivot Tables And Charts
Category: Data Validation
Category: Solution Design
Category: Microsoft Excel
Category: Document Management

Trustworthy Generative AI

Course 68 hours4.8 (539 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • What problems actually make sense to solve with Generative AI

  • How to frame problems and prompt engineer to produce more trustworthy results from Generative AI

Skills you'll gain

Category: Generative AI
Category: ChatGPT
Category: Collaboration
Category: Data Ethics
Category: OpenAI
Category: Risk Management Framework
Category: Verification And Validation
Category: Problem Solving
Category: Technical Communication
Category: Brainstorming
Category: Creative Thinking
Category: Artificial Intelligence

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Dr. Jules White

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Vanderbilt University
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