Course Description

This course prepares you for the AWS Certified AI Practitioner (AIF-C01) exam. We cover AI concepts, AWS AI services, and practical implementation. Video lessons, hands-on labs, and practice exams included.

Course Curriculum

5 sections • 12.25 hours total length

  • Decoding the AIF-C01 Exam Blueprint (12m)

    We'll break down the exam domains, question formats, and scoring so you know exactly what to expect on test day.

  • Setting Up Your AWS Free Tier for AI Practice (18m)

    A step-by-step guide to configuring your AWS account safely, creating an IAM user, and budget alerts to avoid surprise charges.

  • Core Machine Learning Concepts You Must Know (25m)

    Learn the difference between supervised, unsupervised, and reinforcement learning with plain-English examples and no complex math.

  • Understanding Generative AI and LLM Fundamentals (22m)

    We'll explain Large Language Models, foundation models, and responsible AI principles in the context of the exam.

  • The AWS Well-Architected Framework for AI (15m)

    Learn how the six pillars apply specifically to building and deploying AI/ML solutions on AWS.

  • Data Preparation and Feature Engineering Basics (28m)

    A practical look at data cleaning, labeling, and why quality data is the foundation of any successful AI project.

  • Your 4-Week Study Plan and Resource Guide (10m)

    A downloadable template to organize your study time, balance hands-on labs with theory, and track your progress.

  • Amazon SageMaker: Build, Train, and Deploy (32m)

    A real case study analysis of how SageMaker works, from notebooks to endpoints, with a focus on exam-relevant features.

  • Amazon Bedrock: Working with Foundation Models (24m)

    We'll show you how to access models from providers like Anthropic and AI21, and when to choose Bedrock for your use case.

  • Computer Vision with Amazon Rekognition (14m)

    A practical lab walkthrough for image and video analysis, including object detection and facial analysis.

  • Speech-to-Text and Text-to-Speech with Amazon Polly & Transcribe (16m)

    Learn the key differences between these services and how to implement them for transcription and voice applications.

  • Natural Language Processing with Amazon Comprehend (11m)

    A problem-solving session on using Comprehend for sentiment analysis, entity recognition, and topic modeling.

  • Amazon Kendra: Intelligent Enterprise Search (9m)

    Understand how Kendra uses ML to provide natural language search across your organization's documents.

  • Forecasting Time-Series Data with Amazon Forecast (13m)

    A real-world example of how Forecast improves demand planning and inventory management.

  • Amazon Lex: Building Conversational Bots (17m)

    Step-by-step guide to creating a chatbot with Lex and integrating it with other AWS services.

  • AI Service Pricing and Cost Optimization (20m)

    A practical breakdown of pricing models for key AI services and tips to keep your exam practice and projects within budget.

  • Choosing the Right Algorithm for Your Problem (19m)

    We'll map common business problems to the right ML approach and AWS service, a key skill for the exam.

  • Hyperparameter Tuning and Model Optimization (21m)

    Learn how SageMaker Automatic Model Tuning works and why it's a game-changer for performance.

  • Evaluating Model Performance: Metrics That Matter (18m)

    A clear guide to accuracy, precision, recall, and F1 scores without getting lost in the weeds.

  • Deploying Models with SageMaker Endpoints (15m)

    A hands-on walkthrough of deploying a trained model and testing it with real-time inference.

  • Batch Transform for Large-Scale Inference (12m)

    When and why to use batch transform jobs instead of real-time endpoints, with a practical use case.

  • MLOps: Automating Your ML Pipeline with SageMaker Pipelines (26m)

    A real case study analysis of building a repeatable, automated workflow for model training and deployment.

  • Monitoring Models in Production for Drift (16m)

    Learn what model drift is and how Amazon SageMaker Model Monitor helps you catch it early.

  • Securing Your AI Workloads on AWS (IAM, KMS, VPC) (23m)

    A deep dive into security best practices, including how to encrypt data for training and control access to models.

  • Data Privacy and Compliance for AI Services (14m)

    We'll discuss data residency, GDPR, and how AWS helps you meet compliance requirements for AI.

  • Responsible AI: Bias, Fairness, and Explainability (20m)

    A critical look at identifying bias in datasets and models, and using tools like SageMaker Clarify.

  • Building a Multi-Modal AI Application (29m)

    A problem-solving session combining computer vision, NLP, and speech services for a complex business solution.

  • Edge Deployment with SageMaker Edge and IoT (18m)

    Learn how to deploy models to edge devices for low-latency, offline inference.

  • Connecting AI Services with AWS Lambda and Step Functions (25m)

    Step-by-step guide to building event-driven AI pipelines that automate complex workflows.

  • Evaluating Third-Party Models vs. Built-in Algorithms (11m)

    A comparative analysis to help you decide when to use a pre-built model from the marketplace versus a custom solution.

  • Common Exam Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them (17m)

    We'll review tricky question patterns, ambiguous wording, and the 'best practice' trap that trips up many candidates.

  • The Future of AI on AWS: What's Next? (9m)

    A brief look at emerging trends and services to keep an eye on after you've passed your exam.

  • Full Practice Exam: Timed Simulation (38m)

    A timed set of 65 unique questions that mimics the real exam environment to test your knowledge and timing.

  • Practice Exam Debrief: Question-by-Question Analysis (35m)

    We'll go through every question from the practice exam, explaining the correct answer and why the distractors are wrong.

  • Key Service Memorization Cheat Sheet (8m)

    A downloadable one-page guide to the most important service limits, features, and use cases to remember for the exam.

  • Final Week Strategy: What to Focus On (12m)

    A strategy session on how to spend your final 7 days for maximum retention and confidence.

  • Booking Your Exam and What to Expect on Exam Day (10m)

    A practical guide to scheduling your test, setting up your testing environment for a proctored exam, and managing nerves.

  • Beyond Certification: Building Your First AI Project (21m)

    A real-world project idea to apply your new skills, with a step-by-step outline to get you started.

  • Career Paths: From AI Practitioner to Specialist (13m)

    We'll map out potential career trajectories and the next certifications to consider, like Machine Learning Specialty.

  • Joining the Community: Where to Find Help and Network (7m)

    A curated list of AWS communities, forums, and resources to continue your learning journey and connect with peers.

  • Course Wrap-Up and Next Steps (6m)

    A quick summary of everything we've covered and a clear action plan for your next steps after finishing the course.

  • Bonus: Accessing AWS AI Service Sandboxes (11m)

    An overview of limited-time sandbox environments and workshops you can use for extra hands-on practice without full deployment.

Course Details

  • Duration: 12.25 hours
  • Level: Adaptative
  • Language: English
  • Lessons: 42+ video lessons
  • Categories: IT Certifications
  • Access: Lifetime access
  • Device: Mobile & Desktop
  • Certificate: Yes. After completion and Exam

The course is totally free. Seriously appreciated attribution