As the generative AI wave gains momentum, traditional software engineers who are not AI specialists may wonder how to tap into this emerging field. In this enlightening talk, we dive into the world of generative AI and present a roadmap for traditional engineers to build their own generative AI-powered applications. We explore the exciting opportunities and use cases that exist, showcasing how generative AI can be utilized to create cool and innovative projects. With a focus on practicality, we introduce user-friendly tools and APIs that allow non-AI engineers to leverage pre-trained models and inference-as-a-service APIs. Additionally, we delve into technical activities such as prompt engineering, fine-tuning, embeddings, and quantization to empower engineers in deepening their generative AI skills. To bring it all together, we provide a live demo, demonstrating how to build a full-stack app that consumes an LLM inference AIP. Join us on this transformative journey as we equip traditional engineers with the knowledge and tools to build the future with generative AI-powered apps.