AI Essentials

#1: Introduction

• Why are we here?

• Brief History of AI

  • From the First Machine Age to the Second Machine Age.

• LLM & Foundation Models Overview

  • What are Large Language Models and Foundation Models?

#2: Tools & Demo

2.1: Compare Chatbots

• Compare different chatbots and their strengths.

• Use reference: Tool Collections.

• Tips in using GenAI chatbots

2.2: Demo Sessions

• Runway ML: A quick demo of using Runway for text to video.

• ChatGPT Advanced Data Analysis: Showcase data analysis capabilities.

  • DataRobot, H2O AI for predictive analytics

  • ChatCSV for simple data analysis

• Google Labs - Notebook LM, Learn About

• ChatGPT 4o with Canvas (beta) - My fun experiment 😄

• Using GenAI for Business: How to use GenAI to write business plans and brainstorm ideas.

  • Reference Links:

    • Integrative Framework Paper

    • LinkedIn: Entrepreneurship and Problem Solving

    • LinkedIn: Skills Employers Value

2.3: Customizing Chatbots

• Learn how to customize AI for specific tasks:

  • Claude – Project-based chatbot.

  • ChatGPT – My GPT for personalized learning.

  • Gemini – Gem Manager for task automation.

#3: Tips on Using Chatbots Effectively

• How to structure your queries: Adding new lines or dividers.

• Agentic Workflow: Conducting dynamic conversations to get better results.

• Data Handling: Pasting text or uploading data in text and Excel formats for analysis.

#4: Exercises

• Combining Data: Fun challenge where students use AI to merge datasets and extract insights.

• Prompt Engineering: Quick practice prompts

• Building a Database Prototype

• Other activity ideas you can try at home

#5: Responsible AI Activity

• Brainstorming: How bias in AI impacts society (loan approval, hiring, etc.).

• Discussion: Promoting fairness and minimizing bias in AI applications.

• Responsible AI Tips: Using AI securely and ethically.

• Responsible AI Activities

#6: GenAI for Job Search & Application

• What is the ATS and how to beat it?

• GenAI for Job Search

• Recruitment Scam Alert

• Resume Building with AI: How to use GenAI tools to enhance your resume and LinkedIn profile for job applications.

  1. CV vs Resume

  2. Cover letter - what works well for industry jobs

• My story (failure that I'm most proud of :) - ChatGPT & LinkedIn 

#7: Augmenting GenAI & Future Exploration

• Explore the future of GenAI in enhancing everyday tasks, business operations, and more advanced applications.

• Human + Machine

• Augmenting GenAI for Specific Fields

• Resources - GenAI for Data Analytics

• Future Exploration - AutoGPT, AgentGPT, Multi-Modal AI Models

Interesting Use Case

Watch this, the future of K-12 education