By Gulf News
Initiative aims to train 1 million individuals in AI prompt engineering
Dubai: Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI) has opened registrations for ‘One Million Prompters’, a pioneering initiative aimed at training one million individuals in the emerging field of AI prompt engineering.
As the first and largest initiative of its kind, it is designed to empower participants with the skills needed to master AI prompt technology and unlock its transformative potential.
Highlighting the transformative impact of ‘One Million Prompters’, Saeed Al Falasi, Director of DCAI, said: “This initiative opens new avenues for individuals from diverse disciplines to drive AI adoption across technical, creative, and knowledge-driven sectors. By mastering AI prompt engineering, participants gain the tools to unlock groundbreaking applications and drive innovation from Dubai to the world.”
The initiative, he noted, plays a critical role in achieving the vision of ‘Dubai Universal Blueprint for AI’ launched by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Dubai Future Foundation (DFF). “The initiative underscores Dubai’s commitment in becoming future-ready, fostering a new generation of AI specialists.”
Four-module curriculum
The initiative features a comprehensive curriculum divided into four specialised modules. The first module, ‘Unleashing the Power of AI’, introduces foundational knowledge on AI, generative AI, and prompt literacy, preparing participants for a future shaped by AI. The second module, ‘Commanding Conversations with AI Chatbots’, focuses on advanced prompt engineering techniques to enhance human-AI interactions. The third module, ‘AI-Powered Productivity Revolution’, presents tools and strategies for leveraging AI to optimise workflows and boost productivity in professional environments. The final module, ‘Creative Frontiers with Generative AI’, delves into the use of AI in creative fields, including art, music, and video production. Upon completing these tracks, participants will receive accredited certificates, marking their expertise in AI prompt engineering.
The initiative builds on the success of the inaugural ‘Global Prompt Engineering Championship’, the world’s largest AI prompt engineering competition, held in Dubai in May 2024. The event attracted thousands of applicants from nearly 100 countries, resulting in 30 finalists from 13 nations competing in categories such as coding, art and literature. The second edition of the championship will take place during ‘Dubai AI Week’ in April 2025.
Global registrations for the ‘One Million Prompters’ initiative are open. For more information on how to register, visit https://dub.ai/en/omp/.
