After already completing our Level 3 Networking and Cybersecurity course, Sheffield learner Charlotte decided to take her technology skills further by enrolling on our Level 3 AI Programming with Python course.
A major part of Charlotte’s Level 3 AI Programming course was developing her programming skills, particularly in Python.
She told us how she completed various practical programming tasks, giving her the opportunity to write and test her own code.
Throughout the course, Charlotte was introduced to a range of tools, programmes and technologies used in programming and artificial intelligence.
She developed practical experience with GitHub, learning how developers create repositories, manage code, track changes and organise different versions of their work.
She also explored Python libraries, datasets and machine learning concepts, before putting her learning into practice using PyTorch.
This included working with the CIFAR-10 dataset, data transformations and neural network models, giving her a practical introduction to how AI and machine learning technologies are developed and used.
The course wasn't just about writing code. Charlotte also studied the theory and mathematics behind artificial intelligence and deep learning.
Her studies included neural networks, calculus, derivatives, gradient descent and linear algebra.
Charlotte summarised her own learning experience as challenging, but ultimately rewarding.
She told us what she found most enjoyable and interesting about the course.
Charlotte believes that a lack of programming experience shouldn't stop someone from applying for the course. She also recommends taking time to work through difficult topics and asking for support when necessary.
Charlotte told us that she has a much clearer idea of where she wants her technology career to go after completing the course.
She now has practical experience across Python, GitHub, Python libraries and deep learning, as well as a better understanding of how different areas of AI work together.
But more importantly, Charlotte has a greater confidence in her ability to progress towards a career in technology.
Charlotte’s next goal is to continue her learning with by completing our Level 3 Software Developer course, further developing the programming skills she has gained through her AI Programming studies.
Her journey demonstrates how continuing to learn, practising new skills and persevering through challenging topics can help build confidence and create new opportunities for a future career in technology.
Well done, Charlotte, and best of luck with your next step into software development!
Our Level 3 AI Programming with Python course can help you build practical programming skills and explore the world of artificial intelligence and machine learning, even if you’re starting with limited programming experience.
Develop your knowledge of Python, AI, machine learning, GitHub and PyTorch, gain practical experience and take the next step towards a career in technology.