Learn AI Agent Fundamentals from the Ground Up. Learn how to build resilient AI agents and develop Agentic AI skills in Python that will remain relevant despite the rapidly evolving AI landscape.

What you'll learn

Build Autonomous AI Agents – Learn how to create AI agents in Python that can operate independently, interact with APIs, and handle real-world tasks.
Master Core and Advanced Agent Concepts – Understand agent loops, tool integration, multi-agent collaboration, and design principles.
Optimize AI Agents for Real-World Use – Develop resilient, efficient, and maintainable agents while balancing token costs, speed, and predictability.
Skills you'll gain
Prompt Engineering
Agentic AI Architecture
Agentic AI
AI Agent Architecture
Python AI Agents
AI Agents
Generative AI
AI Agents in Python
AI Automation
ChatGPT
chain of thought prompting
prompt patterns
Large Language Models
AI agents are transforming the way we interact with technology, and in this specialization, you'll learn how to build them from the ground up—without the need for complex or rigid frameworks that will be irrelevant next week. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced developer, you'll master the core concepts that power AI agents, giving you full control over their design and capabilities.
You'll start with the fundamentals, understanding how agent loops work, then progress to equipping your agents with tools, integrating multi-agent systems, and implementing self-prompting for more autonomous behavior. Beyond coding, you'll develop a deep understanding of AI architecture, learning to build resilient, modular, and maintainable agents optimized for token efficiency, speed, and predictable outcomes. By the end of this specialization, you'll have the skills to create powerful AI agents and understand how to design them independent of any framework or programming language.
This specialization is for anyone with basic Python skills—no prior experience with AI or machine learning is required. Whether you're just starting or already experienced, you'll gain both foundational and advanced insights into AI agents. Beginners will get a strong start, while experts will walk away with a deeper understanding of how to innovate in this rapidly evolving space. By the end, you'll have the skills to create powerful, future-proof AI agent skills.
Applied Learning Project
Throughout this specialization, you'll build a variety of AI agents in Python that can operate autonomously, interact with APIs, and handle real-world challenges like error recovery and external data retrieval. These hands-on projects will give you the skills to create adaptable, functional agents capable of solving authentic problems in automation, data processing, and AI-driven decision-making.
Homepage:

https://www.coursera.org/specializations/ai-agents-python