Foundations of Prompt Engineering

Who is this course for?
This course is crafted for absolute beginners and anyone who feels curious, overwhelmed, or even a bit skeptical about artificial intelligence (AI) and prompt engineering. Whether you want to boost your career, improve how you manage daily life, or simply understand how to interact better with AI, this course is for you. No technical background is required. If you can write a message or search online, you already have what it takes to start.

Why is prompt engineering important?
AI systems are transforming how we work, learn, create, and solve problems. But getting the results you want from AI is not about knowing the right code—it’s about knowing how to ask the right questions, in the right way. That’s where prompt engineering comes in. The difference between a vague question and a well-crafted prompt can mean the difference between a generic answer and a game-changing solution. If you’ve ever wondered why some people get amazing results from AI and others don’t, prompt engineering is the key.

What will you learn in this course?

• The practical value of prompt engineering in real life and work
• Why AI doesn’t just “understand” – and how to phrase prompts for best results
• How models like ChatGPT, Claude, Midjourney, and DALL·E interpret your instructions
• The difference between prompting for text, images, music, and video – and how to adapt your approach
• Step-by-step methods for structuring prompts: role-based, few-shot, iterative refinement, and more
• How to handle specific limitations, like token limits, banned words, and image formatting
• Everyday use cases: from organizing your schedule to learning faster, writing emails, or solving daily tasks
• Career-boosting applications: writing CVs, doing research, generating content, debugging code, and creating teaching materials
• How prompt engineering multiplies productivity in any field
• How to practice and develop your own prompt templates for repeatable success

What makes this course unique?
This course is designed to be friendly and accessible, with a focus on practical, real-world use. There’s no unnecessary jargon or fluff—just clear explanations, proven techniques, and actionable examples. You’ll get hands-on with prompts for different types of AI, so you can see the impact of your words in action. Plus, you’ll learn how to approach AI as a collaborator, not just a tool.

By the end of this course, you will:

• Understand the foundations of prompt engineering and why it matters
• Know how to craft prompts that get better, more relevant results—from any AI model
• Be able to adapt your prompting style for text, images, music, and video
• Apply prompting to make your personal and professional life easier and more productive
• Develop a mindset for continual improvement, so you keep getting better at working with AI

Take your first step into the world of prompt engineering, and unlock new possibilities for your life and career!