Generative AI Assistants

Overview

Part of Vanderbilt's generative AI catalog, this specialization is about building and training your own personalized AI assistants — going beyond using ChatGPT off the shelf toward shaping how an assistant behaves for your own use cases.

Who it's for

A beginner-level program that doesn't require a technical background, aimed at professionals who want practical control over an AI assistant rather than just prompting one casually. It has attracted over 11,000 students so far.

Key takeaways

• Prompt engineering and reusable prompt patterns
• Customizing and training an AI assistant for personal workflows
• Building broader AI literacy alongside hands-on assistant work

A practical pick for anyone who wants an AI assistant that's actually theirs, not a generic chatbot.