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Beginner

50 min

How to use generative AI for content creation

Learn what generative AI is, how it works, and how to use it in design and content creation through this free course.

What you’ll need

Learn the basics of generative AI in this free course from Adobe Express. We’ll cover what generative AI is, how it works, and how to use it for content creation, graphic design, and more. Upon completion, you can earn a certificate to showcase your skills.

Course introduction

See what’s covered in this course and how generative AI can help you imagine new possibilities.

What you'll learn:

  • The meaning of generative AI and other key terms to know

  • The power of prompt engineering

  • How to use Adobe’s AI-powered tools to bring your creations to life

What is generative AI?

Learn how simple text prompts and new generative AI technology combine to form unique digital content.

What you'll learn:

  • What generative AI is all aboutInterfaces, prompts, and edits

  • How a generative AI interface works

  • What you can create with generative AI

Use Adobe Firefly AI for graphic design and content creation

Explore the various media formats generative AI can produce. Learn aboutAdobe Firefly generative AI features that power Adobe design tools.

What you’ll learn:

  • Features in Adobe apps that are powered by Firefly generative AI

  • Scenarios where generative AI can help

  • CommonFirefly design workflows

Create images with generative AI prompts

Use AI to brainstorm design concepts, make mockups, and quickly create content. Learn our best tips for image generation.

What you'll learn:

  • How to get started with text-to-image prompts

  • How to customize results to enhance style, composition, and more

  • How to edit, add polish, and make AI creations your own

Prompts and workflows for generative AI images

Go beyond image creation. Learn how to effectively use generative AI prompts for unique use cases and workflows.

What you’ll learn:

  • Getting the best results from generative AI

  • Use cases for generative AI

  • Prompt writing dos and don’ts

Example of how to use generative AI in graphic design mockups

  1. Initial prompt creation: Define your project's purpose and write a specific, descriptive prompt (e.g., orange soda cans with ice cream).

  2. Image generation: Enter your prompt to generate an image. Compare the results with your vision.

  3. Prompt refinement: Adjust your prompt based on the output. Add more details or edit descriptors (e.g., photorealistic three orange soda cans with condensation and vanilla ice cream on top; studio lighting; solid background with added half-sliced oranges).

  4. Creative enhancements: Enhance your image in Adobe Express by customizing templates, applying Quick Actions, adding text, and experimenting with styles and effects.

Advanced tips for AI image editing with reference images

Speed up your on-brand content creation with help from reference images. Take the guesswork out of your image results.

What you’ll learn:

  • The meaning of style reference and composition reference

  • How to use reference images to stay on brand

  • Situations where AI reference images can save you time

Elevate your content headlines with AI text effects

Learn how to use AI-poweredText Effects to make your text pop in your next graphic design project.

What you'll learn:

  • What theText Effects feature is all about

  • Use cases for AI text effects

  • Common text effects workflows

Content Authenticity Initiative

Discover how to enhance trust in your digital content in the generative AI era with Content Credentials that act as “nutrition labels” for digital content.

What you'll learn:

  • What Content Credentials are all about

  • The purpose of the Content Authenticity Initiative

  • How to identify AI-altered content

Recognize and avoid social and generative AI bias

Learn what it takes to form ethical generative AI models, including inclusive training datasets and feedback mechanisms.

What you'll learn:

  • Identifying bias in generative AI datasets and outputs

  • Understanding and mitigating common risks

  • How to avoid perpetuating harmful stereotypes

  • Feedback mechanisms in Firefly

AI ethics and responsibility

Adobe respects creators’ rights. Learn about our commitment to being the most creator-friendly generative AI solution in the industry.

What you’ll learn:

  • How Adobe is standing up for accountability, responsibility, and transparency in generative AI

  • How Adobe trained its AI models on licensed content

  • The relationship between Adobe Stock and generative AI

Show your AI skills to land new jobs

Whatever you make, make it shareworthy with AI-powered tools. Impress those around you, including future employers.

Earn your generative AI credential

Congratulations on completing the course! Now, take the next step to showcase your expertise in generative AI. By earning your generative AI credential, you can demonstrate your advanced skills and knowledge to future clients and employers.

Simply complete ashort assignment from our Adobe Digital Academy. This project is designed to test your AI skills and understanding and allow you to apply what you've learned from this course.

Once you successfully finish the assignment, you'll earn a digital badge that you can proudly display on your LinkedIn profile. This credential not only validates your capabilities but also enhances your professional profile, making you stand out to potential employers and peers in the AI community.

Get started

You can also enroll in Adobe's professional certificates onCoursera, which build on the foundations of this course. With three tracks — Content Creator, Marketing Specialist, and Graphic Designer — you'll gain the confidence to take the next step in your career. These certificates build on the foundations of this generative AI course, giving you added practice to become a pro.


May 21, 2025

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