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ChatGPT & Generative AI - The Complete Guide (Udemy.com)

10x your productivity via ChatGPT & Generative AI. Master prompt engineering, API use, Midjourney & much more!

4.6
30,176 reviews

Created by: Academind by Maximilian Schwarzmüller

Last updated November 2025

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Maximilian Schwarzmüller's ChatGPT course is a wide survey of generative AI for people who want to use it, not build it from scratch. It starts with how language models work, then moves through the ChatGPT interface, prompt engineering, research and content tasks, Midjourney, programming help, APIs, RAG, agents and local models. The syllabus shows 351 lectures across 23 sections, about 21.5 hours. With 111,535 students and a 4.6 rating from more than 30,000 ratings, it is clearly a popular pick.

Reviewers call it clear, well paced and easy to follow, and several single out beginners. One said it opened their eyes to what AI can do and liked the web page section best. The complaints are consistent, though. One reviewer pointed at the outdated Sora section, and another said a noticeable portion feels dated next to newer courses. A one-star review found the delivery slow and repetitive, with the same warning that things may change in many sections. Roughly 360 ratings are one or two stars.

The last update was November 2025, and a 2025 refresh added agents, RAG and local models. Because it covers so much, nothing goes very deep, and fast-moving tools will keep drifting. For a newcomer or a busy professional wanting a broad base, it is a solid choice. Developers after depth in one area should look elsewhere. Playing it at a faster speed helps if the pacing drags.

Best forBusy professionals and non-coders who want one course covering ChatGPT, image tools and basic AI agents.
Skip it ifYou want only the newest tools, or a deep treatment of one topic like agents or RAG.

Pros

  • Covers ChatGPT, Midjourney, APIs, local models and agents in 23 sections, so one course replaces several.
  • Reviewers find the explanations clear and well paced, and good for people new to AI tools.
  • Updated through November 2025, with sections on AI agents, RAG and running models locally added in 2025.
  • Practical sections on research, content creation and coding help, including building a web page.

Cons

  • Reviewers flag dated material, such as the Sora section, and some older tools and interfaces.
  • One reviewer found the delivery slow and repetitive, with the same 'may change' warning in many sections.
  • Breadth over depth, and one reviewer felt it leans on ChatGPT more than generative AI overall.
The course was well-structured and easy to follow, especially for beginners who are new to ChatGPT and other AI tools.
Aris, a student

Truly beginner friendly, with no prior AI or coding needed. Developers get API and Cursor sections, though not depth.

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What you will learn

  • Master Generative AI & ChatGPT essentials
  • Engineer perfect prompts to boost efficiency and impact
  • Learn key ChatGPT tricks & tips to 10x your productivity
  • Learn how to build & use AI Agents
  • Understand RAG, CAG & Finetuning
  • Boost your productivity as developer with GitHub Copilot, Copilot Chat & the Cursor IDE
  • Generate content & code with ease
  • Use Midjourney & Dall-E 2 to generate stunning images with help of AI
  • Turbocharge daily tasks
  • Innovate with AI by integrating OpenAI's APIs into custom code
  • Automate AI workflows with AutoGPT & LangChain
  • Use any voice (including your own) for your speech with Generative Voice AI

Course content

23 sections · 351 lectures · 21 hours of video 12 articles

  1. 1Introduction 6 free previews8 lectures · 19 min
  2. 2Understanding ChatGPT & LLMs - A Look Behind The Scenes11 lectures · 44 min
  3. 3ChatGPT Basics21 lectures · 1.3 hours
  4. 4Alternative AI Chatbots - Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini, Anthropic Claude7 lectures · 20 min
  5. 5Running LLMs Locally via LM Studio7 lectures · 38 min
  6. 6Prompt Engineering45 lectures · 2.2 hours
  7. 7Generating & Analyzing Images with ChatGPT18 lectures · 45 min
  8. 8Using ChatGPT For Utility Tasks6 lectures · 23 min
  9. 9Research & Data Analysis with ChatGPT & Generative AI24 lectures · 1.4 hours
  10. 10Using ChatGPT For Content Creation16 lectures · 54 min

Who it is for

The instructor says it suits

  • Busy professionals looking to streamline their day-to-day tasks and improve productivity with AI assistance
  • Content creators seeking innovative ways to generate engaging blog posts, social media updates, and marketing materials
  • Aspiring app developers with limited programming knowledge eager to harness the power of AI for building user-friendly applications
  • Experienced developers who aim to boost their productivity
  • Non-developers who want to build applications without learning to code

What you need before you start

  • No prior ChatGPT, development or other knowledge is required!

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Course Description

Course Update May 2025

HUGE Update - added new sections on AI Agents, RAG / CAG & Using LLMs Locally

Updated many lectures + sections to cover latest ChatGPT features, UI changes, new prompt engineering techniques & new models

Course Update March 2024

Re-recorded ChatGPT basics, covered custom GPTs, added content on Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini and Anthropic Claude 3

Course Update November 2023

Added an entire section about DALL-E 3 to generate images directly in ChatGPT.

Big Course Update September 2023

Added round about 2h of new content on AI-powered developer tools like GitHub Copilot, Copilot Chat & Cursor IDE.

Also added new content on Midjourney, a new section on Dall-E 2 & Elevenlabs (AI voice generator) + many smaller updates & improvements.

Course Update July 2023

Added 1h of new content about ChatGPT Code Interpreter: Learn how to use ChatGPT to generate & execute code directly in the browser.

Course Update May 2023

Added more deep-dive content on other AI tools (Midjourney, Google Bard & Microsoft Bing Chat).

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Unlock the power of AI and gain a huge productivity boost with our comprehensive online video course!

Are you ready to harness the incredible potential of ChatGPT? Look no further! Our course, "ChatGPT - The Complete Guide to ChatGPT & OpenAI APIs" is your all-in-one solution to mastering this revolutionary technology.

Through this immersive, hands-on course, you'll discover:

All The Fundamentals: Dive into the world of ChatGPT, GPT models, and Large Language Models (LLMs). Learn the science and mechanics that drive these advanced AI systems.

Essential Skills: Master the ChatGPT interface, its key features, and how to craft both basic and complex prompts. Empower yourself with the tools needed to excel in the AI-driven landscape.

Running Local LLMs: Learn how to run open LLMs locally on your machine.

Prompt Engineering Mastery: Optimize your AI experience by learning basic and advanced prompt engineering techniques. Write efficient prompts that get you the precise results you're looking for.

Building & Using AI Agents: Learn what exactly AI agents are, how they differ from AI automations and learn how to build and run your own agents.

RAG, CAG & Finetuning: Understand how to dynamically load data into prompts to enhance model knowledge and how (and when) to leverage finetuning.

Image Generation with ChatGPT: Use ChatGPT's built-in AI image generation to generate beautiful images in different styles.

Midjourney Introduction & Deep Dive: Learn how to generate beautiful images with help of AI & explore how to efficiently use Midjourney for your day-to-day work!

Real-World Applications: Explore the diverse use-cases for ChatGPT, from speeding up day-to-day tasks to conducting research, creating content (including blog posts, tweets, and more), writing and enhancing code. And much, much more!

App Creation Magic: Discover how ChatGPT can revolutionize your app and program development, even without programming knowledge. Unleash the power of AI to create innovative and powerful solutions.

Become a 10x Developer: Already got programming experience? Great! Learn how ChatGPT can help you speed up your day-to-day work. Use ChatGPT for development, debugging, refactoring and much more!

Insider Tips & Tricks: Gain access to our treasure trove of tips and tricks for working with ChatGPT. Maximize your efficiency and productivity with these expert insights.

Hands-on Examples & Exercises: Apply & practice what you learned by diving into real examples. Build websites, games, web APIs, blog posts & much more!

Prompt Templates: Use & fine-tune many included pre-built prompt templates to save valuable time and boost your productivity immediately!

OpenAI API Mastery: Learn how to work with OpenAI's APIs and leverage them to build your own AI-powered applications. Unleash the full potential of AI in your projects.

AI-powered Developer Tools: Learn how to use GitHub Copilot, Copilot Chat & the Cursor IDE to boost your productivity as a developer.

AutoGPT Automation: Master the use of tools like AutoGPT to build automated AI processes and workflows. Streamline your work and let AI do the heavy lifting.

By enrolling in this course, you're taking the first step towards a future powered by AI. No matter your background or experience level, our course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to thrive in this rapidly evolving landscape.

Don't miss this opportunity to become an AI pioneer! Enrol now, unlock your potential & transform your career today!

This course covers it all: ChatGPT-powered copywriting, blog post & article generation, email / email draft generation, text summaries via ChatGPT, translations, tone adjustments, social media post generation, code generation, code debugging, refactoring & much, much more!
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Instructor Details

Academind by Maximilian Schwarzmüller

Bundling the courses and know how of successful instructors, Academind strives to deliver high quality online education. 

Online Education, Real-Life Success - that's what Academind stands for. Learn topics like web development, data analyses and more in a fun and engaging way.

We've taught more than 3,000,000 students on a broad variety of topics. We'd love to teach you as well! :)

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By Aris on 8/2/2026

The course was well-structured and easy to follow, especially for beginners who are new to ChatGPT and other AI tools. It provided a solid foundation on how to get started, along with practical techniques for writing better prompts to improve the quality of AI-generated responses. I also learned about other AI tools and how they can be used for different tasks, which broadened my understanding of the AI ecosystem. The video lessons were clear, well-paced, and informative, making the concepts easy to understand. Overall, it was a valuable course that I would recommend to anyone looking to start using AI effectively.

By A Nandhakumar on 6/24/2026

Great course with clear explanations and practical examples. It helped me build a strong foundation in ChatGPT and Generative AI. The instructor explains concepts in a simple and understandable way. I would definitely recommend this to beginners as well as working professionals.

By Aarush Rai on 6/3/2026

was initially skeptical about whether this course would align with my requirements, but I found that it has been designed exactly in line with what I was looking for.

By Thomas.Borish.Civ@Army.Mil on 5/19/2026

This course opened my eyes to alot of stuff AI can do for me. The creating a web page section was probably the most interesting for me. I will probably revisit it with some more hands on.

By Ismail S Hansdot on 4/20/2026

This course is very well-structured and clearly taught, especially for beginners who want a solid overview of ChatGPT and generative AI concepts. The instructor explains fundamentals like prompt engineering, image generation, and AI workflows in a clear and practical way, and the breadth of topics covered is impressive. That said, the AI space moves incredibly fast, and a noticeable portion of the content now feels outdated compared to newer courses that reflect the latest tools, models, and interfaces. While the core concepts are still valuable, some examples, tools, and workflows no longer match the current state of the ecosystem. Overall, it’s a strong foundational course, but learners looking for the most up-to-date, cutting-edge material may need to supplement it with newer resources.

By Alexandru Macari on 4/1/2026

Everything about this course was amazing. Good presentation, good audio, clear and articulated English and voices, plenty of examples, especially starting with section 15 and on.

By Bhanupriya Adluru on 3/6/2026

I used a chatbot to I augmented my strategic capabilities and improved candidate experience. The key is to highlight efficiency, personalization, and data-driven decision-making.

By Akshat Agrawal on 2/23/2026

Leanred a lot about the different types of prompt writing, how LLM's work in the back of the system , midjourney and manymore things. It's an fantastic journey to be on.

By Jaouad Benazzouz on 2/19/2026

Amazing course. It exceeded my expectations: clear, well-structured, and very practical. it explains generative AI concepts in a clear, step-by-step way and quickly moves into hands-on implementation (prompting, chaining, agents, and building real tools). The instructors’ explanations are easy to follow, the demos are relevant, and I can directly apply what I learned to automate tasks and improve workflows. Highly recommended for anyone who wants practical, usable skills, not just theory.

By Vinu Pillai on 1/23/2026

This course is excellent, covered all aspects of GenAI and ChatGPT, would have been more better if some real complex use cases would have been taught with some demonstration in domains like healthcare, finance and manufacturing. Overall the course is worth to acquire knowledge, set the base and start the professional journey. Thanks and good luck!

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  • Price: $139.99
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  • Updated: icon November 2025
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  • Language: icon English
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  • Lectures:351 in 23 sections
  • Students:111,500
  • Subtitles:21 languages
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