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Modern Natural Language Processing Specialization
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Modern Natural Language Processing Specialization

Master Deep Learning and Probability in NLP. Learn to implement deep learning models, apply probability models, and use Transformers for NLP.

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Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 month at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers

What you'll learn

  • Implement deep learning models for text classification and NLP tasks using TensorFlow.

  • Apply probability models like Markov chains for text classification and cipher decryption.

  • Master the usage of Hugging Face's Transformer models for sentiment analysis and text generation.

  • Solve real-world NLP problems with advanced techniques, including RNNs, embeddings, and semantic search.

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September 2025

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Specialization - 3 course series

What you'll learn

  • Implement deep learning models for NLP using Python and TensorFlow.

  • Understand and apply feedforward, convolutional, and recurrent neural networks for text data.

  • Build and train models for text classification, NER, and POS tagging.

  • Learn advanced techniques such as CBOW and LSTM for improving NLP tasks.

Skills you'll gain

Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Text Mining, Python Programming, and Machine Learning Methods

What you'll learn

  • Master Markov models for sequential data and their applications in NLP.

  • Learn to build and implement text classifiers and language models in Python.

  • Understand the use of n-grams for article spinning and text generation.

  • Apply genetic algorithms for cipher decryption and encryption analysis.

Skills you'll gain

Cryptography, Machine Learning Algorithms, Probability Distribution, Generative Model Architectures, and Algorithms

What you'll learn

  • Understand the evolution of neural networks to Transformers and attention mechanisms.

  • Implement sentiment analysis and text generation models using Hugging Face in Python.

  • Explore embeddings, semantic search, and how they enhance NLP tasks.

  • Apply advanced NLP techniques like question answering, masked language modeling, and zero-shot classification in Python.

Skills you'll gain

Python Programming, Text Mining, Semantic Web, Unsupervised Learning, Generative AI, Applied Machine Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), and Large Language Modeling

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