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Vector Databases Fundamentals with Chroma DB

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Learn vector database essentials with hands-on Chroma DB practice—build, manage collections, run similarity searches, and boost your AI career.

Language

  • English

Topic

  • Database

Industries

  • Information Technology

Skills You Will Learn

  • Data Storage Technologies, Data Architecture, NoSQL, Database Management, Database Architecture And Administration, AI Personalization

Offered By

  • IBMSkillsNetwork

Estimated Effort

  • 4 hours

Platform

  • SkillsNetwork

Last Update

  • September 4, 2025
About this Course
Looking to break into AI-driven data systems? This course equips you with essential vector database and Chroma DB skills that are transforming modern data applications. 
 
You will learn: 
  • Explore the role of vector databases in modern data management systems and their significance in generative AI applications. 
  • Compare vector and traditional databases and learn how to choose the right type of vector database based on its features and uses. 
  • Configure environments for vector database tasks and perform tasks related to database operations. 
  • Apply your vector database skills executing similarity searches with real-world datasets. 
Course Overview 
In this course, you’ll be introduced to the fundamentals of vector databases and their transformative role in modern data management systems. Plus, you’ll build your understanding of the difference between vector and traditional databases and explore the types of vector databases and their uses.  
 
You’ll then work with a standalone vector database, Chroma DB. This will include setting up the environment, performing database operations, working with collections, and performing similarity searches. 
 
Enroll today to build hands-on skills in vector databases with Chroma DB that businesses need.


Syllabus

Welcome
  • Video: Course Introduction 
  • General Information
  • Learning Objectives and Syllabus
  • Reading: Grading Scheme
  • Reading: Helpful Tips for Course Completion
Module 1: Building Blocks of Vector Databases
  • Module Introduction and Learning Objectives
  • Video: Vector Database Concepts 
  • Reading: Vector Databases Versus Traditional Databases
  • Video: Vector Database Types 
  • Video: Applications of Vector Databases 
  • Reading: Using Chroma DB
  • Lab: Setting up the Environment
  • Video: Chroma DB Key Concepts and Architecture 
  • Reading: An In-Depth Discussion of Chroma DB Architecture and Analysis
  • Video: Collection Creation and Vector Embedding Using Chroma DB 
  • Video: Similarity Search Using Chroma DB 
  • Reading: Vector Operations for Performing Similarity Searches
  • Lab: Similarity Search on Text Using a Chroma Vector Database
  • Video: Essential Vector Operations Using Chroma DB 
  • Reading: Essential Vector Operations Using Chroma DB
  • Lab: Analyzing Employee Data with Similarity Search
  • Module 1 Practice Quiz: Vector Databases Fundamentals with Chroma DB
  • Module 1 Summary: Vector Databases Fundamentals with Chroma DB
  • Course Cheat Sheet: Vector Databases Fundamentals with Chroma DB
  • Module 1 Graded Quiz: Vector Databases Fundamentals with Chroma DB
Course Wrap-Up
  • Video: Course Wrap-Up 
  • Course Glossary: Vector Databases Fundamentals with Chroma DB
  • Congratulations and Next steps
  • Team and Acknowledgments
  • Copyright and Trademarks
Course Rating and Feedback
  • Course Rating and Feedback
Badge
  • How to Claim Your Certificate
  • Claim Your Badge
Recommended Background  
To take this course, you should be proficient in relational databases and NoSQL database operations and applications, and have working knowledge of Node.JS. 

Instructors

IBM Skills Network

IBM Skills Network Team

At IBM Skills Network, we know how crucial it is for businesses, professionals, and students to build hands-on, job-ready skills quickly to stay competitive. Our courses are designed by experts who work at the forefront of technological innovation. With years of experience in fields like AI, software development, cybersecurity, data science, business management, and more, our instructors bring real-world insights and practical, hands-on learning to every module. Whether you're upskilling yourself or your team, we will equip you with the practical experience and future focused technical and business knowledge you need to succeed in today’s ever-evolving world.

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