Python for AI: Create AI Apps with Flask & OpenAI

With the rise in artificial intelligence (AI) technology, businesses and institutions are looking for skilled professionals to design and train effective AI applications. This Python course provides you with the skills needed to begin designing and developing AI applications using Flask and OpenAI. All lessons will focus on developing practical skills you can immediately utilize in real-world AI projects.

This comprehensive Python training is designed to help you move beyond foundational Python...

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3 Months / 60 Course Hrs
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Python for AI: Create AI Apps with Flask & OpenAI

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Course code: GES3130

What you will learn

  • Set up Flask projects and create routes for web applications
  • Handle GET and POST requests, and render HTML templates in Flask
  • Configure and make OpenAI API requests for sentiment analysis tasks
  • Design and style HTML forms, and apply CSS to web apps
  • Implement error handling and debug common issues in Flask applications
  • Integrate AI models into web applications using APIs

How you will benefit

  • Become up-to-date on cutting-edge AI technology and understand how to use platforms like OpenAI for developing and releasing projects
  • Gain hands-on skills for training and deploying AI models that you can apply to datasets and improve your chances of finding work in the field
  • Develop your own portfolio of practical exercises that you can add to your job search materials after completing the course

How the course is taught

  • Self-paced, online course
  • 3 Months to complete
  • Open enrollment, begin anytime
  • 60 course hours
  1. Using VSCode & Flask
  2. Rendering HTML with Flask
  3. Connecting with OpenAI
  4. Jinja and Prompt Engineering
  5. Building the Chat
  6. Coding HTML & CSS
  7. Using JavaScript
  8. Improving the Chat
  9. Starting the Meal Analyzer
  10. Finalizing the Meal Analyzer

Brian McClain

Brian McClain is a senior instructor and program director at Noble Desktop, where he teaches Python, data science, machine learning, and AI courses. His expertise covers several programming languages (including Python, R, and SwiftUI) and advanced frameworks (SQL, Flask, and OpenAI technologies).  Brian holds certifications as a New York State Instructor of Computer Applications and a Licensed Private Career School Teacher. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Duke University.

Colin Jaffe

Colin Jaffe is a programmer and curriculum developer at Noble Desktop. He has taught coding and software development at Noble Desktop as well as various other educational institutions. Colin’s teaching focuses on algorithmic thinking, application logic, and practical frameworks such as React and Python. His professional background includes front-end development and data analytics, and he brings creativity to technical instruction, shaped by his experience as a self-taught programmer.

Prerequisites:

This course requires students to have a foundational knowledge of Python, including variables, collections, conditional logic, loops, and functions, as well as basic knowledge of HTML and CSS. 

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac. Chromebook is not compatible.

Software Requirements:

  • PC: Windows 10 or later operating systems.
  • Mac: OS 10.6 or later.
  • Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
  • Microsoft Word Online
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader
  • Google Colab
  • ChatGPT Plus account
  • Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
  • Other: Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

In 2025, Python developers in the U.S. earn an average salary ranging from $82,000 to $117,000 per year. Beginners usually make $56,000 to $80,000, mid-level developers earn about $109,000 to $117,000, and senior Python developers can earn $130,000 or more, depending on their skills and the industry they work in.

A Python developer is a programmer who writes software using the Python programming language. They may work in areas like web development, data analysis, automation, or artificial intelligence. Python developers often build websites, create tools for analyzing data, or develop machine learning models to solve complex problems.

As of 2025, a junior AI engineer in the United States typically earns an average base salary of around $75,000 to $95,000 per year, depending on the company and location. According to Levels.fyi, entry-level AI engineers tend to earn about 8.13% more than their non-AI counterparts in similar roles, reflecting the premium placed on AI skills

In high-demand tech hubs like San Francisco or Seattle, junior AI engineers may see starting salaries exceed $100,000, especially when factoring in bonuses and equity.

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After you register, you will receive 3 months to complete the course. The time allotted for completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours.

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course whenever you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

Our courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary support for success, whether it's through self-paced exploration, direct communication, or guidance from our advising team.

Upon successfully passing the final exam, you will be awarded a certificate of completion from the school or organization that you registered through.

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