Generative AI Fundamentals
Databricks
Last updated June 30, 2026
Generative AI Fundamentals is a free, two-hour course from Databricks that builds plain-language literacy in generative AI for a business audience — no coding involved. It covers what generative AI can and can't do, where it adds real value in an organization, and what responsible deployment looks like. The aim is to leave a non-technical professional able to reason clearly about generative AI: judging where it fits, what it costs in effort and risk, and how to adopt it sensibly. An optional free accreditation lets you confirm what you've learned.
What you'll learn
- What generative AI can do today — and where its limits and risks lie
- How to spot where generative AI adds genuine value in an organization
- What responsible, well-governed deployment of generative AI involves
- How to reason about adoption without writing any code
- Optionally, confirming your understanding through the free accreditation assessment
Frequently asked questions about Generative AI Fundamentals
Who is Generative AI Fundamentals for?
Business professionals and non-technical learners who want a clear, practical understanding of generative AI to inform decisions — no coding or prior AI background required.
Is Generative AI Fundamentals free?
Yes — Generative AI Fundamentals is completely free to take.
What are the prerequisites for Generative AI Fundamentals?
Complete the free "Databricks Fundamentals" course first. A free Databricks Academy account is required to start.
Does Generative AI Fundamentals offer a certificate?
Yes. An optional, free Generative AI Fundamentals Accreditation is available, earned through a separate free assessment taken after the course.
Why we suggest this course
A short, jargon-free grounding in generative AI for professionals who need to make decisions about it rather than build it, capped by an optional free accreditation. Two things worth knowing: you'll first need the free "Databricks Fundamentals" course as a prerequisite, and the accreditation is a separate free assessment, not awarded automatically on finishing.