1. Introduction to Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
- Machine learning overview
- Artificial intelligence concepts and applications
2. Introduction to Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- Overview of GCP services and their role in machine learning
- Understanding GCP infrastructure and storage options
3. Introduction to Vertex AI
- Overview of Vertex AI and its key features
- Understanding Vertex AI components and their functionalities
4. Data Preparation and Preprocessing
- Data collection, cleaning, and transformation techniques
- Exploratory data analysis and visualization
5. Training Models with AutoML
- Utilizing Vertex AutoML for automated model training
- Configuring AutoML pipelines and selecting models
6. Custom Model Development
- Building custom machine learning models using Vertex AI
- Implementing algorithms and fine-tuning hyperparameters
7. Model Evaluation and Validation
- Evaluating model performance and accurency
- Validation techniques, including cross-validation and holdout validation
8, Model Deployment and Serving
- Deploying models to Vertex AI for online and batch prediction
- Managing model versions, scaling, and resource allocation
9. Monitoring and Managing Models
- Monitoring model performance and health
- Addressing concept drift and model decay
10. Advanced Topics in Vertex AI
- Advanced model optimization techniques
- Model explainability and interpretability
- Federated learning and privacy-preserving machine learning
11. MLOps and Pipelines
- Implementing MLOps workflows in Vertex AI
- Creating machine learning pipelines using Vertex AI Pipelines
12. Model Governance and Compliance
- Ensuring model fairness, ethics, and compliance
- Mitigating risks and addressing bias in AI systems
13. Performance Optimization and Scalability
- Optimizing model performance and latency
- Scaling models for large-scale deployments
14. Troubleshooting and Debugging
- Identifying and resolving common issues in model training and deployment
- Debugging techniques and best practices
15. Real-world Projects and Case Studies
- Applying Vertex AI to real-world machine learning problems
- Working on projects and case studies to gain hands-on experience
16. Certification Preparation and Exam Readiness
- Reviewing exam topics and preparing for Google Cloud Certified - AI Engineer certification
- Practicing sample questions