Across routine operations and complex organizational decisions, artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the design, implementation, and oversight of systems, services, and processes. Designed for entry-level learners, career changers, and individuals interested in understanding AI concepts and how they are applied within cloud platforms and technology systems, this course focuses on the fundamentals of AI, generative AI, and machine learning (ML); applications of foundation models; guidelines for responsible use; and security, compliance, and governance for AI solutions. Students will gain experience in analyzing AI use cases, creating effective prompts, and building secure transparent systems on Amazon Web Services (AWS). Upon conclusion of the course, students will take the AWS Certified AI Practitioner AIF-C01 certification exam.