Check out the Top 10 Skills series, where career experts and LinkedIn Learning instructors walk you through the most important skills for data science professionals today. In this short beginner-friendly course, find out what you need to know to succeed in the rapidly growing field of AI systems design, gathering insights along the way from data expert Ben Sullins to build out your toolbox and boost your career.

Whether you’re looking for a new move in data science, or just retooling for your current role, Ben shows you the skill set that can set you apart, working down the list, one skill at a time. Explore the fundamentals of AI and ML algorithms and techniques, programming languages, data processing and analysis, natural language processing (NLP), computer vision, cloud computing, scalable system design, integration and APIs, security and compliance, and communicative problem-solving. Discover the importance of preparing for tomorrow by learning impactful, new skills today.