This module moves from theory to practice as you get hands-on with Microsoft's powerful suite of AI tools. You will be guided through setting up your own Azure AI Foundry environment, learning to navigate its key interfaces, and configuring different types of AI models. The core of this module is experimentation; you will run both predefined and custom experiments, learning to adjust critical parameters and observe how they influence model behavior. Through a series of practical labs, you will build confidence in using the platform's Chat-Playground and Python SDK, preparing you to build real-world applications.

Now it's time to build! In this project-based module, you will apply your skills to construct a complete text generation application, focusing on the backend logic and AI integration. You will begin by designing the application's blueprint, outlining its core functionality and API design. A simple, pre-built user interface will be provided, allowing you to concentrate on the AI development. Then, you'll bring your application to life by integrating an Azure AI model and developing the necessary backend components. The final part of the module focuses on refinement; you will learn to test your application systematically, identify areas for improvement, and enhance its performance using techniques like prompt engineering and model fine-tuning. Optionally, you can explore customizing the provided UI, but the core focus will remain on building a functional and robust AI-powered application.

Building powerful AI is only half the story; building it responsibly is essential. This final module focuses on integrating ethical principles and safety measures directly into your work. You will learn to identify and mitigate potential harms like bias and harmful content generation. We'll explore techniques like creating an ethical checklist and implementing Foundry's built-in safety features, such as content filters and prompt injection defenses. You'll learn how these safeguards protect your application from security risks and unwanted behaviors. While some controlled prompt modification can be useful in specific advanced scenarios, this course focuses on establishing a secure foundation. To conclude the course, you will complete a final hands-on project that brings everything together: enhancing your text generation application, integrating these critical ethical safeguards, and creating comprehensive documentation to showcase a solution that is both technically sound and ethically responsible.