The Federal Acquisition Institute has introduced a new credential focused on AI prompt engineering, reflecting the growing federal interest in AI technology. This credential aims to equip government acquisition staff with the skills necessary to evaluate large language models, particularly those developed by OpenAI and Anthropic. The program emphasizes practical techniques for prompt crafting, AI optimization, and ethical standards.
Launched in late September, the AI Prompt Engineering Credential is designed to streamline the acquisition decision-making process for federal workers. One of the courses specifically addresses prompt engineering for ChatGPT, showcasing the government's commitment to enhancing AI capabilities within its workforce. Despite these advancements, challenges remain in attracting and retaining talent to meet the government's AI goals.
• Federal Acquisition Institute launches AI Prompt Engineering Credential for workforce training.
• Credential focuses on evaluating large language models and ethical AI practices.
AI prompt engineering involves crafting effective prompts to optimize responses from AI models.
Large language models are AI systems designed to understand and generate human-like text.
Ethical standards in AI ensure responsible use and development of artificial intelligence technologies.
OpenAI is a research organization focused on developing advanced AI technologies, including large language models.
Anthropic is an AI safety and research company that develops AI systems with a focus on ethical considerations.
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