Course Overview
GenAI Developer (X-GAD) is a hands-on programme for engineers and builders who want to deliver GenAI applications that work reliably in real environments. It focuses on the full prompt-to-product workflow: shaping requirements, choosing the right patterns, building a usable baseline, and iterating with evidence.
Delivered in a mentor-led format, you will build practical solutions using common building blocks such as retrieval, tool use, and structured outputs. You will learn how to design user journeys, handle failure modes, and integrate GenAI safely into business processes, rather than treating the model as a standalone chatbot.
A key theme throughout is controlled behaviour and operational safety. Prompt injection and unsafe downstream actions are recognised risks in LLM applications, so you will practise guardrails, least-privilege tool design, and output handling that reduce impact in real deployments.
Hands-On Learning
Build two working GenAI apps plus a capstone, using realistic data, tool calls, and guardrail tests.
Mentor-Led Sessions
Mentor-led build-alongs, design reviews, and clinics to debug, harden, and improve your app.
Career-Ready Skills
Product-ready GenAI patterns you can apply immediately in engineering teams.
Learning Outcomes
Design GenAI solutions aligned to user needs.
Implement retrieval and tool patterns safely.
Analyse failure modes and reduce risky behaviour.
Evaluate quality using repeatable test methods.
Communicate decisions, limits, and trade-offs clearly.
Lead prompt-to-product delivery with iteration discipline.
Prerequisites
Confidence with Python or JavaScript basics.
Familiarity with APIs and JSON payloads.
Helpful: basic web app concepts.
Detailed Syllabus
Step-by-step learning journey from basics to professional practice
Topics Covered
- Development setup and reference architecture for GenAI apps
- Data safety, privacy awareness, and logging basics
- What “good” looks like: baseline, eval, iterate
Module Outcome
Set up a safe GenAI dev environment and define what “good” delivery looks like for your build.
Skills You'll Gain
Master these in-demand skills through hands-on practice
Career Progression
A clear view of the roles this programme supports, what typically comes next, and where learners progress over time
Ship a baseline GenAI feature with evaluation, guardrails, and a safe tool integration design.
Ways to Learn
Choose the learning format that works best for you and your team
Live Online
Instructor-Led Training
Join live instructor-led sessions from anywhere. Interactive, engaging, and flexible.
- Live instructor interaction (real-time)
- Trainer-led walkthroughs and real examples
- Guided resources and session notes provided
- Structured Q&A and practical discussion
Price per person
Group enrolments and early planning options available.
All prices are exclusive of VAT where applicable. Group enrolments and custom packages available on request.
Prefer a Faster, Personalised Route into IT?
Not everyone learns best in a group. If you want focused guidance, faster clarity, and confidence you can use on the job, our 1-to-1 Fast-Track Training gives you private, mentor-led support tailored to your experience and goals.
"Many learners choose 1-to-1 when they want understanding, not memorisation."
Exam & Certification Information
Everything you need to know about the certification exams
Important Information
This is an Xcademia role-based programme focused on applied capability. Learners receive a Certificate of Achievement upon successful completion of the capstone and participation requirements.
Credential
Certificate of Completion
On successful completion of GenAI Developer, learners receive an Xcademia Certificate of Completion. This standalone certificate is issued directly by Xcademia and is aligned with globally recognised frameworks and best practices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about this course
This is a role-focused programme aligned to industry GenAI engineering practices, not a vendor exam.
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