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ChatGPT Skills, Python Security Insights & OpenAI's Voice Engine

This week, we analyze 10 ChatGPT skills you need to learn in 2024. See why learning ChatGPT is crucial for anyone looking to make waves in the AI-driven job market, boosting opportunities and earnings.

We’ve also got some cool reads for you on a big cybersecurity issue with Python, and the latest on synthetic voice tech. Perfect for getting up to speed with what’s new in AI and tech.

10 ChatGPT Skills You Need to Learn in 2024

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Generative AI skills aren’t just a nice to have in 2024 – they’re key to getting a job or your next promotion. As organizations  working to figure out how to leverage AI and professionals who can lead these efforts are in high demand and getting paid for their knowledge. In fact, job postings requiring ChatGPT expertise have surged by over 5,000% since early 2023.

In this post, we cover:

  • Why ChatGPT expertise is crucial for advancing your career.
  • How mastering ChatGPT leads to new job opportunities and higher salaries.
  • The impact of ChatGPT across various industries.
  • The top 10 skills you need for 2024, including understanding AI fundamentals, prompt engineering, and more.
  • Debunking common myths about ChatGPT.
  • Tips for starting your learning journey in ChatGPT, from foundational concepts to hands-on projects.

Whether you’re aiming to enhance your current role or venture into exciting new career paths, mastering ChatGPT skills is your ticket to success. Our Generative AI Fundamentals skill path provides a comprehensive, hands-on curriculum that will make you stand out in a crowded job market.

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Project Spotlight

Sharing and reviewing others’ projects is one of the best things you can do to sharpen your skills. Twice a month we will share a project from the community. The top pick wins a $20 gift card!

This week, we’re highlighting the machine learning project of @jeanjanssens on Credit Card Customer Segmentation using Unsupervised ML. This project stands out for its clear structure, objective definition, analytical depth, and thorough cluster descriptions. The work demonstrates effective use of machine learning to identify customer patterns and inform decisions.

Learner spotlight

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