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.
IEEE

Cyber Attack Prediction: From Traditional Machine Learning to Generative Artificial ...

Abstract: The escalating sophistication of cyber threats poses significant risks to individuals, organizations, and nations. Cybercrime, encompassing activities like hacking and data breaches, has ...
Deep Learning with Yacine on MSN

Nesterov accelerated gradient (NAG) from scratch in Python – step-by-step tutorial

Dive deep into Nesterov Accelerated Gradient (NAG) and learn how to implement it from scratch in Python. Perfect for ...
Analytics Insight

Best AI Skills to Learn for Future Jobs January 2026

Overview:  AI is transforming every industry, making skills like machine learning, data science, and automation essential for ...
IEEE

Quantum Machine Learning: Recent Advances, Challenges, and Perspectives

Abstract: This study presents a comprehensive survey on Quantum Machine Learning (QML) along with its current status, challenges, and perspectives. QML combines quantum computing and machine learning ...
Deep Learning with Yacine on MSN

Create a perceptron from scratch in Python – step by step tutorial

Learn how to build a perceptron from scratch in Python! This tutorial covers the theory, coding, and practical examples, helping you understand the foundations of neural networks and machine learning.