Midjourney is a form of generative artificial intelligence (AI) that uses deep learning to allow users to easily generate computer-made images.

What can I use Midjourney for?

Midjourney is a significant advance in content creation, using deep learning to allow anyone to generate art more easily and efficiently. It is not only good for artistic use, but also for educational and commercial purposes, making the visualization of abstract ideas simpler.

Is Midjourney like ChatGPT?

Midjourney functions similarly to ChatGPT in that it is a generative AI that takes in text prompts. However, the key difference is that it generates images rather than text for output.

What else should I study if I am learning about Midjourney?

Midjourney is a type of generative AI that relies on deep learning. If you’re interested in gaining a very in-depth understanding of how it functions, you should try learning about Deep Learning as well as Large Language Models for text-based generative AIs.

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Intro to Midjourney

Dive into the world of generative image-based-artificial intelligence (or AI) and learn how to use Midjourney!

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Skill level
Beginner
Time to complete
Average based on combined completion rates — individual pacing in lessons, projects, and quizzes may vary

<1 hour
Projects
1
Prerequisites
None

About this course

Midjourney is an exciting generative artificial intelligence that uses deep learning to allow anyone to generate art more easily and efficiently. Midjourney offers exciting possibilities for creative expression and practical applications. By learning how to use it thoughtfully, you can harness the benefits while avoiding the risks and learn how to simplify the visualization of abstract ideas.

Skills you'll gain

Understand how Midjourney works
Create a Midjourney account
Write effective Midjourney prompts

Syllabus

Intro to Midjourney
Learn about Midjourney, how it works, and how to write effective prompts.

lesson Introduction to Midjourney: Lesson
article Setting Up Midjourney
project Create a Children's Picture Book Using Midjourney
quiz Intro to Midjourney: Quiz
informational Next Steps
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Projects in this course

practice Project
Create a Children's Picture Book Using Midjourney
Get started using generative AI by illustrating a children's book!

Meet the creator of the course

Meet the full team

Alisha Grama

Senior Instructional Designer, Computer Science at Codecademy

Alisha is a Senior Instructional Designer in the computer science domain at Codecademy. Alisha majored in Computer Science and minored in Ethics at the University of Rochester, where she gained experience as a Teaching Assistant. Before joining Codecademy, she taught STEM concepts to secondary students, including as the Lead Algebra Teacher at a Brooklyn charter school.

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