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Prompt Engineering Fundamentals

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SkillsBooster Academy

Prompt Engineering Fundamentals

Anton Voroniuk

Instructor: Anton Voroniuk

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Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Master prompt engineering fundamentals and advanced techniques to unlock AI's full potential in your daily work.

  • Build reusable prompt libraries and automation strategies that transform how you work with AI.

  • Apply AI to real-world scenarios—from planning to research—and future-proof your career.

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March 2026

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3 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 6 modules in this course

You will learn the core mechanics of how Large Language Models operate and the essential pillars of effective prompting, including instruction, context, input, and output.

What's included

4 videos2 readings

You will discover how to elevate your prompts from basic to professional by utilizing role-based personas, structured frameworks like CREATE and RTF, and few-shot examples.

What's included

3 videos2 readings1 assignment

You will master advanced techniques such as Chain of Thought prompting and negative constraints to precisely control AI outputs and format them into JSON, Markdown, or tables.

What's included

4 videos1 reading1 assignment

You will explore strategies for integrating AI into your daily productivity by building reusable prompt libraries, automating tasks, and navigating ethical considerations like data privacy.

What's included

6 videos2 readings

You will apply your prompt engineering skills to a wide variety of practical, real-world scenarios, from planning meals and trips to budgeting, learning new skills, and conducting research.

What's included

10 videos2 readings

You will examine the evolving landscape of AI, including the rise of AI agents and collaborative workflows, to build a future-proof skill stack and stay relevant in your career.

What's included

4 videos1 reading1 assignment

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Anton Voroniuk
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