Start Your AI Career in 2026 with Purdue's Applied GenAI Specialization

If the past was about exploring AI, the future is all about engineering it. As technology moves rapidly from experimental phases to full-scale production, the industry is changing. To help you manage this shift, we are hosting a webinar to define the practical realities of "Applied GenAI."

The webinar explores what goes into building a successful AI career in 2026, offering a clear view of where roles like GenAI Engineer and LLM Application Developer are headed. The session also previews IITM Pravartak's Advanced Executive Program in Applied Generative AI, demonstrating how its curriculum equips learners with the specific technical skills needed to secure high-impact roles in 2026.

Date: Jan 7, 2026 | Time: 9 pm GMT+5:30

Key Takeaways for 2026

• The roadmap for your AI career in 2026 and the new expectations for applied engineering roles
• The core technical skills required to build production-grade systems beyond basic prompt engineering
• Real-world workflows and daily tasks using ChatGPT, LangChain, and Azure in professional environments
• How IITM’s Advanced Executive Program on Generative AI combines live instruction and capstone projects to build a portfolio
• A step-by-step guidance to bridge the talent gap and secure a high-impact role in 2026

Who Should Join The Webinar

• Software and data engineers seeking to build GenAI applications
• Students and early-career professionals needing a high-credibility specialization
• Mid-career technologists looking to secure their roles against automation
• Professionals in IT, data, or marketing transitioning to applied GenAI
• Managers and product leaders who need to scope GenAI projects
• Learners seeking a structured, university-backed pathway into AI

About The Speaker

Timothy Henize
AI Engineer & Founder

Timothy Henize brings 18 years of experience in hospital administration, including his role as Director of Operations for the Emergency Department at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital.

He is now the Founder & CEO of The AI Handyman LLC, where he builds human-centered AI tools, intelligent workflows, and adaptive systems for individuals, creators, and small businesses. His work integrates applied AI and automation, ethical systems design, and modern full-stack development to translate complex ideas into functional products and practical AI solutions.

If you want to move beyond prompts and into real build skills, this session lays out the path. Bring your questions and get practical answers during the live Q&A.

Bonus for attendees: Get your free webinar certificate by sharing your name in the certificate poll at the end of the session.

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