FAQ

We offer quick start courses for beginners, in-depth training programs for technical skill-building, and specialized certifications across key AI topics.

Our courses and certifications are available on our Website, YouTube, Udemy, and Coursera, so you can learn at your own pace on the platform you prefer.

H2O.ai University provides a comprehensive curriculum in both generative and predictive AI, including AutoML, data preparation, deep learning, large language models, RAG, agentic AI capabilities, and more.

Courses are structured to provide a strong foundation across AI disciplines, making complex topics accessible to beginners while offering advanced insights for experienced learners.

The core educational content remains consistent across all platforms. However, each platform offers distinct features in terms of course descriptions, pricing, assessment formats, and certification options:

➜  YouTube: Free access to all video content

➜  Udemy: Paid access with certification opportunities

➜  Coursera: Paid access with certification opportunities

➜  H2O.ai University: Integrated videos and quizzes directly on the website, with certification available upon completion

Our courses cover H2O.ai's complete suite of tools including:

➜ H2O Driverless AI: An automated machine learning platform that simplifies and accelerates data preparation, feature engineering, and model building, enabling users to create high-performing predictive models with minimal manual effort.

➜ H2O Hydrogen Torch: An intuitive deep learning platform for image, text, and tabular data. It enables users to build and train models with minimal coding, featuring pre-configured models, automated tuning, and customization options.

➜ H2O.ai Wave: A tool designed to simplify building interactive AI applications, allowing users to create web-based applications for data visualization, analysis, and decision-making without extensive coding.

➜ Enterprise h2oGPTe: An enterprise-grade generative AI platform offering robust capabilities for custom model development and deployment, designed to scale across large organizations and various AI-driven applications.

➜ H2O Open Source h2oGPT: A flexible, open-source AI tool designed for creating private, secure GPT-based models that can operate offline. It allows users to develop custom digital assistants and business-focused AI solutions, making it ideal for organizations requiring data privacy and control over AI implementations.

➜ H2O LLM Studio: A no-code framework designed for organizations to create and fine-tune custom large language models (LLMs) for enterprise applications. Developed by top AI experts, it enables businesses to build scalable, cost-efficient LLMs tailored to specific needs, without requiring extensive technical expertise.

➜ GenAI App Store: A collection of AI applications designed for diverse industry needs. These apps leverage H2O’s generative AI capabilities, providing users with ready-to-use solutions for AI-driven tasks and workflows across various sectors.

➜ H2O Eval Studio: A user-friendly interface that assesses key indicators, such as model reliability, safety, and effectiveness in applications that use Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and Large Language Models (LLMs).

➜ And more!

Not at all! Our quick start programs are tailored for beginners and provide step-by-step guidance throughout.

While prior knowledge in Python programming, data analysis, and statistical concepts may be helpful for more advanced courses, each course begins with clear introductions to essential technical concepts.

For the best experience, we recommend following the suggested course order within each learning path.

Each H2O.ai University course is labeled as Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced to help guide you:

➜ Beginner : Ideal for newcomers to AI and H2O.ai tools, these courses provide step-by-step guidance, focusing on foundational skills and an introduction to the platform, with minimal prerequisites.

➜ Intermediate : Building on beginner knowledge, these courses integrate business-focused expertise with H2O.ai tools, helping learners apply AI solutions in real-world business contexts.

➜ Advanced : Designed for those with a solid background in data, AI, and H2O.ai tools, these programs explore advanced technical content and build on intermediate knowledge. They are best suited for individuals with prior experience, aiming to deepen their expertise in sophisticated AI applications.

For the best learning experience, review each course description to confirm specific requirements and find the level that fits your skills.

Most courses range from 1-2 hours in length, though some may be shorter or longer depending on the topic complexity. Learning paths, which contain multiple courses, will naturally take longer to complete.

And Yes! You can learn at your own pace too. All courses and learning paths are entirely self-paced, allowing you to learn at a schedule that fits your availability and goals.

You can access and progress through the content anytime across platforms such as YouTube, Udemy, Coursera, and H2O.ai University Website, making it easy to revisit materials as needed or work toward certification at your own speed. This flexibility enables learners to adjust their pace based on their familiarity with the topic or to take extra time on more advanced material if needed.

You can now learn and get certified for free directly on the H2O.ai website, where videos and quizzes are integrated into each course.

You can also access all of our video courses for free on our YouTube channel and in audit mode on Coursera.

You can now earn certification directly on the H2O.ai website by completing the built-in video lessons and quizzes.

You also have additional certification options:

➜ Purchase courses on Udemy to complete quizzes and earn certifications. Be sure to check our Website, and follow us on LinkedIn for regular discount promotions and free coupon codes!

➜ Enroll in courses on Coursera to complete quizzes and earn certifications.

H2O.ai certifications are highly valued within the AI community and serve as strong credentials for professionals looking to apply their skills across different companies.

Completing a certification demonstrates a strong command of specific machine learning and AI tools, such as H2O Driverless AI, H2O Wave, or Hydrogen Torch, along with a solid grasp of best practices in AI model development, deployment, and workflow automation.

These certifications signal to colleagues, partners, and clients that you possess hands-on experience and practical knowledge in critical areas like data preparation, model building, evaluation, and optimization.

By earning certification, you position yourself as a knowledgeable resource within your organization, ready to drive impactful AI initiatives and help meet business objectives with state-of-the-art AI solutions.

You can still follow the course without access to managed instances.
Most concepts are fully accessible through the platform demos shown in the videos. 

For a quick overview of how our managed cloud works, please refer to this short explainer video.

For demo requests or inquiries on pricing options, please reach out to us at sales@h2o.ai.

You can use H2O.ai Aquarium, our free cloud-based sandbox that gives you temporary access to selected H2O.ai tools - no installation or license required.

This video provides step-by-step explanations on how to connect and gain access to the services demonstrated during the demos on Aquarium.

Additionally, tools like Enterprise h2oGPTe and many others offer free-trial access through our Generative AI dedicated platform called H2O GenAI App Store.