For developers and data scientists with good Python who want to work with large language models using Hugging Face libraries. Twelve chapters run from transformers and tokenizers to fine-tuning and reasoning models, and it's free and ad-free. Plan on 6 to 8 hours a week, one week per chapter. There's no certificate yet, and an introductory deep learning course is recommended first. If you need the fundamentals, try CS50's Introduction to Artificial Intelligence with Python from edX.
Properties
Provider
Hugging Face Learn
Format
Self-paced
Delivery
Online
Duration (as stated by provider)
Each chapter in this course is designed to be completed in 1 week, with approximately 6-8 hours of work per week
Level
Intermediate
Cost
Free
Certificate
No certificate
Language
English
Funding
None
Next start
Start any time
Checked against Hugging Face Learn on Oct 26, 2026
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What you'll learn
Free 12-chapter course on large language models and NLP using Hugging Face libraries, from transformers and tokenizers through fine-tuning and reasoning models.
LLMs and RAG
Natural language processing
Deep learning
Machine learning
Who it's for
Developers and engineers
Data scientists and analysts
Level: intermediate (as stated by the provider). Delivery: online, self-paced.
Prerequisites
Good Python knowledge; an introductory deep learning course recommended