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Apply Prompt Engineering with Azure OpenAI
Microsoft
Microsoft

Apply Prompt Engineering with Azure OpenAI

Apply prompt engineering techniques to Azure OpenAI service for chat and completion models.
free
intermediate

1 hrs

course

About this course

This course teaches you how to write better prompts for Azure OpenAI's chat and completion models—the practical skill behind getting useful, accurate responses from AI. Microsoft's training breaks down prompt engineering from first principles, so you'll understand not just *what* to write, but *why* certain prompts work better than others. If you're building with AI or planning to, mastering these techniques will save you hours of trial-and-error.

What you'll learn

  • Core prompt engineering principles and how they apply to chat and completion models
  • How to structure prompts for clarity, avoiding ambiguity and misinterpretation
  • Techniques like role-playing, few-shot examples, and chain-of-thought reasoning to improve model outputs
  • How to test and iterate on prompts to refine results
  • Common pitfalls in prompt design and how to avoid them
  • Practical application of prompts in real Azure OpenAI workflows
  • How to measure and evaluate prompt effectiveness

Who this is for

If you're working with AI or curious about how to unlock its potential, this course is built for you. You don't need to be a researcher or engineer—just someone ready to learn a practical skill that's increasingly essential in tech roles across India.

  • Developers and engineers — build smarter AI-powered applications with better model outputs and faster iteration cycles
  • Product managers and business leads — understand how to brief AI tools effectively and evaluate model quality for your projects
  • Content creators and writers — learn to craft prompts that generate higher-quality copy, summaries, and creative output
  • Career-changers and learners — gain hands-on AI skills valued in today's job market

Prerequisites

You should be comfortable with basic technology concepts and ideally have used ChatGPT or a similar AI tool before. No coding or advanced AI knowledge required—this course assumes you're new to prompt engineering but willing to experiment and learn.

Why this matters for Indian learners

AI skills are becoming the default expectation in tech hiring across India—from Bangalore startups to Mumbai fintech firms to enterprise IT. Companies like TCS, Infosys, and HCL are actively hiring for AI-literate roles, and prompt engineering is among the fastest skills to pick up and apply. Learning this now positions you ahead in hiring cycles for customer success, product, engineering, and data roles, many of which offer 30–50% premiums for AI capability.

Frequently asked questions

Is this course really free?

Yes, completely free. No hidden costs or paid upgrades. Microsoft's training is publicly available at no charge.

How long will it take to complete?

About 1 hour of active learning. You can finish it in a single focused session, or spread it across a couple of evenings. Work through the exercises hands-on—typing prompts and testing them is where the learning sticks.

Will I get a certificate?

Yes. You'll receive a completion certificate from Microsoft, which you can add to your LinkedIn profile or resume.

At a glance

Provider
Microsoft
Level
Intermediate
Duration
1 hrs
Format
Self-paced
Language
En
Certificate
True
Price
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