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2025 AI Learning Roadmap

Using the Rinnegan learning method to help you study and implement AI faster.

OUTER CIRCLE
SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE (3-6 MONTHS)
MIDDLE CIRCLE
FOUNDATIONS (2-3 MONTHS)
CORE
GETTING STARTED (1-4 WEEKS)
Personal Assistant
Create an AI tool to manage tasks and automate workflows.
Study Companion
Develop an intelligent tutoring system using LLMs.
Image Classifier
Train a machine learning model to classify images accurately.
Custom Deep Learning Model
Build and train your own neural network for a specific AI task.
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Core: Getting Started

Focus on practical AI exploration with user-friendly tools and interfaces. This hands-on approach keeps you motivated while teaching foundational skills that build confidence for future growth.

▶️ Understanding AI Models

  • Exploring LLM Models
  • Commercial Models (GPT, Claude, Gemini)
  • Open Source Models (Llama, DeepSeek)
  • Model Capabilities & Limitations

▶️ Prompt Engineering & Interaction

  • Effective Prompting Techniques
  • Understanding Context & Instructions
  • Chain-of-Thought & Advanced Prompting
  • Practical Prompt Templates

AI Tools Exploration

Programming Foundations

  • Python Basics for No-Code Enhancement
  • Using APIs to Build Workflows

Projects

  • Personal AI Assistant for Task Management
  • AI-Powered Flashcard Study Tool
  • Basic AI Chatbot with Custom Responses
2

Middle Circle: Foundations

Now explore how AI applications are built and customize solutions with practical knowledge. Learn to leverage existing frameworks and tools to create applications that solve real problems.

Intermediate Python

  • Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
  • Exception Handling & Debugging
  • File Handling & Data Manipulation
  • Working with APIs & Automation

AI Development Frameworks

  • LangChain Architecture & Components
  • LlamaIndex for Knowledge Retrieval
  • Semantic Kernel & Advanced Frameworks
  • Multi-Agent Frameworks (AutoGen, CrewAI, LlamaIndex)

AI Application Development

  • Building Applications with Multiple APIs
  • Model Chaining & Orchestration
  • Custom Agent Development
  • Deployment, Scaling & Monitoring

Advanced Model Techniques

  • Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
  • Fine-Tuning language Models
  • Multi-Modal AI Techniques

Projects

  • Multi-Agent AI Assistant
  • AI-Powered Document Summarizer
  • Automated AI Chatbot for Customer Support
3

Outer Circle: Specialized Knowledge

Specialize and stand out! Pick your AI specialization and go deep. This expertise will make your portfolio shine, open career doors, and let you build truly impressive applications.

Deep Learning Mastery

  • Neural Network Architectures
  • Training & Hyperparameter Optimization
  • Backpropagation & Loss Functions
  • Training Custom AI Models for Niche Use Cases
  • Mathematical Foundations for AI

Specialization Tracks

Computer Vision
  • Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs)
  • Generative Models (GANs & Diffusion Models)
Natural Language Processing
  • Transformer Models & LLMs
  • Text Generation & Summarization
  • AI-Powered Conversational Agents
Reinforcement Learning
  • Agent-Environment Interactions

Projects

  • AI-Powered Image Recognition System
  • Custom AI Model for Financial Forecasting
  • Self-Learning AI Agent for Decision Making

Learning Tips

Use these strategies to stay on track and maximize your AI learning experience.

1
Focus on building projects

Apply knowledge immediately to reinforce learning

2
One resource per topic

Don't try to learn everything at once

3
Use AI as your tutor

Get ChatGPT to explain complex concepts

4
Stay excited with quick wins

Build excitement through early accomplishments

5
Join AI communities

Connect with others to share knowledge and stay motivated

6
Teach what you learn

Explaining concepts to others solidifies your understanding

Video Resources from Tina

Watch these tutorials to jumpstart your AI learning journey

AI Agents Fundamentals In 21 Minutes
Google's 9 Hour AI Prompt Engineering Course In 20 Minutes
5 Unique AI Projects (Beginner to Intermediate)
Google's 8 Hour AI Essentials Course In 15 Minutes
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