The best free AI courses and certificates for upskilling in 2026 - and I've tried them all

I've worked with AI for decades and have a master's degree in education. Here are the top free AI courses online that I recommend - and why.
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Deploying Deep Learning for Real-Time Tsunami Monitoring: A CNN-LSTM Model for Sensor-Based Prediction

Abstract: Early detection of tsunamis is essential for disaster risk reduction and minimizing loss of life. This research introduces an advanced deep learning-based tsunami detection model that ...

IIT Madras Opens Admissions For 2nd Batch Of Applied AI & Deep Learning Programme

IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation has announced admissions for the second batch of its Advanced Certificate in Applied ...
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Deep Transfer Learning Based on Hybrid Swin Transformers With LSTM for Intrusion Detection Systems in IoT Environment

Abstract: Extensive growth in the number of Internet Of Things (IoT) devices has significantly increased susceptibility to various cyber-attacks and hence emphasized the need for robust intrusion ...
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A Comprehensive Analysis of CNN-Based Deep Learning Models: Evaluating the Impact of Transfer Learning on Model Accuracy

Abstract: This paper conducts a comprehensive analysis of Convolutional Neural Network (CNN)-based deep learning models, focusing on the impact of transfer learning on their accuracy. Multiple ...
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Development of Scalable Deep Learning Frameworks Utilizing Advanced Hybrid Models like Transformer-CNN for Distributed Computing Environments

Abstract: Over the past few years especially in the context of communication and information processing the importance of Natural language processing which demands efficient deep learning models has ...
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Faster R-CNN vs SSD: A Deep Learning Approach for Nodule Detection in Lung Cancer Diagnosis

Abstract: Deep learning-based object identification technology has numerous uses, including facial recognition, commercial analytics, and medical imaging analysis. An object detector has a backbone ...
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Deep Learning based Facial Emotion Detection with CNN and FER Models

Abstract: The deep learning framework for facial emotion recognition (FER) using a convolutional neural network (CNN) architecture is described in this research. The model uses data augmentation and ...
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Voice Spoofing Detection Based on the RVC Deep Learning CNN Model

Abstract: Advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) influence the security of voice-based authentication systems using techniques of deep learning. Deepfake voices, such as the Recursive Voice ...