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The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to AI and Machine Learning

The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to AI and Machine Learning is a beginner-level online course from Udemy in Machine Learning. It is structured in 20 modules with 8 stated learning outcomes, over 36 hours. It costs ₹529, certificate included. Learners rate it 4.3/5 from 2.8K ratings on Udemy, with 15.3K enrolled.

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★★★★★4.3(2.8K reviews) 15.3K learners English

Course highlights

Provider Udemy
Duration 36 hours
Level Beginner
Mode Self-paced
Language English
Certificate Yes — shareable certificate
Instructor Irlon Terblanche
Rating 4.3★ (2.8K reviews)
Learners 15.3K
Price ₹529 ₹809

What you’ll learn

Demonstrate a solid understanding of the difference between AI, Machine Learning and Deep Learning.
Clearly articulate why Large Language Models like ChatGPT and Bard are NOT intelligent.
Articulate the difference between Supervised, Unsupervised, and Reinforcement Machine Learning.
Explain the concept of machine learning and its relation to AI.
Define artificial intelligence (AI) and differentiate it from human intelligence.
Describe what Artificial Intelligence is, and what it is not.
Explain what types of sophisticated software systems are not AI systems.
Describe how Machine Learning is different to the classical software development approach.

Level and time commitment

Udemy lists this course at Beginner level.
No prior experience in the subject is assumed — this is where the provider expects a newcomer to start.
Time commitment: 36 hours.
It is self-paced, so that figure is the material, not a fixed schedule.

What this course covers

20 modules

The 20-part outline Udemy publishes for this course, across 36 hours.

Module 1 · AI and Machine Learning for Beginners
Module 2 · What is Artificial Intelligence?
Module 3 · What is Machine Learning?
Module 4 · Deep Learning and Neural Networks
Module 5 · Artificial Intelligence Insights and Fundamentals
Module 6 · AI Applied to Business: Recommenders in eCommerce, Loyalty and other settings.
Module 7 · Bonus: Ecosystem.ai & X-idian Webinar- Personalized Rewards & Loyalty Programmes
Module 8 · Introducing the next part of this course: Practical AI with Model Builder.
Module 9 · Visual Studio and Model Builder
Module 10 · Model Builder and the Machine Learning Process
Module 11 · Machine Learning Demo with Model Builder
Module 12 · Introduction to AI and Leveraging it in Cybersecurity
Module 13 · Introduction to the Transformer Architecture and Large Language Models(LLMs)
Module 14 · LLM Limits and Output Variability
Module 15 · Introducing Text Embeddings and Vectors
Module 16 · Test your knowledge now to achieve your goals!
Module 17 · Featurized Representation and 3D Representations
Module 18 · Word Math and Higher Dimensions
Module 19 · Web Search and Intro to the Code
Module 20 · Code-Walkthrough

What learners rate it

4.3
★★★★★
2.8K ratings

Rated 4.3/5 by 2.8K learners on Udemy (checked 5 Oct 2026).

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Common questions

How much does The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to AI and Machine Learning cost?

It is listed at ₹529 on Udemy, last checked 5 October 2026. Course prices change and providers run discounts, so treat this as the list price and confirm on the provider page.

Does The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to AI and Machine Learning come with a certificate?

Yes — Udemy lists a certificate on completion. It is a course certificate, not a formal qualification or university credit.

How long does The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to AI and Machine Learning take?

Udemy lists it at 36 hours. It is self-paced, so that is the volume of material rather than a deadline — how long it actually takes depends on the hours you put in each week.

Is The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to AI and Machine Learning suitable for beginners?

Yes. Udemy lists it at Beginner level, so no prior experience in the subject is assumed.

What does The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to AI and Machine Learning cover?

It is organised into 20 modules, starting with AI and Machine Learning for Beginners and going on to What is Artificial Intelligence?, What is Machine Learning?, Deep Learning and Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence Insights and Fundamentals, among others. The full outline is on this page.

Who teaches The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to AI and Machine Learning?

Irlon Terblanche, as listed by Udemy.

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