This Generative AI for Software Development course offers a comprehensive introduction to AI-powered tools that enhance coding, application development, and code quality. Begin by learning how Generative AI supports code completion and generation with tools like Amazon CodeWhisperer—build scripts, functions, and class structures through hands-on demos. Progress to using AI in application development and code translation—auto-generate app architectures and translate code across programming languages to streamline workflows. Conclude with AI-driven code refactoring and review—optimize code, reduce technical debt, and automate quality checks using tools like Amazon Q and CodeWhisperer.
Generative AI Course in Software Building
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6 hours to complete
3 weeks at 2 hours a week
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What you'll learn
Generate and complete code using AI tools like Amazon CodeWhisperer
Build application structures and automate development workflows
Translate and refactor code across programming languages with AI
Enhance code quality through automated reviews and optimization techniques
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June 2025
Assessments
10 assignments
Taught in English
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There are 3 modules in this course
Explore how Generative AI is transforming software development in this hands-on module. Learn the fundamentals of AI-powered code assistance, including tools for code completion and generation. Understand their benefits, limitations, and real-world use cases. Gain practical experience through demos using platforms like Amazon CodeWhisperer to build functions, scripts, and class structures with AI-driven automation.
What's included
15 videos1 reading4 assignments
Discover how Generative AI enhances application development and code translation in this module. Learn to use AI tools to generate application structures and streamline development workflows. Explore how AI models support multilingual code translation and simplify legacy code updates. Get hands-on with demos that showcase real-world application building and translating code between programming languages.
What's included
6 videos3 assignments
Enhance code quality with Generative AI in this module focused on AI-powered code refactoring and review. Learn how AI tools simplify code optimization, reduce technical debt, and improve readability. Explore automated code review processes and the benefits of tools like Amazon Q and CodeWhisperer. Gain hands-on experience through demos that show AI in action improving code structure and performance.
What's included
5 videos3 assignments
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Frequently asked questions
Generative AI can assist in code completion, automate script generation, translate code between languages, suggest refactoring, and perform code reviews—boosting developer productivity and reducing errors.
Yes, generative AI tools like GitHub Copilot, Amazon CodeWhisperer, and ChatGPT can generate functional code snippets, scripts, or even complete application structures based on natural language prompts.
Popular tools include GitHub Copilot, Amazon CodeWhisperer, and Replit Ghostwriter. The best choice depends on your development environment and use case.
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