Learn to write clear, specific prompts that get better AI results every time. Master the art of communicating effectively with AI systems.
You'll learn: The SPEC framework for effective prompts, advanced prompting techniques, how to troubleshoot common problems, and practical exercises to improve your AI interactions.
Be clear about what you want and why you need it. Vague requests lead to generic responses.
Provide examples of desired output and set the context for AI's role and constraints.
Give AI specific expertise and show desired output formats with concrete examples.
Ask AI to show reasoning steps and set clear boundaries for the response.
Include length, format, audience, tone, and constraints. The more specific you are, the better the output.
Clearly state what you want to achieve with the response and how you'll use it.
Show the AI what good output looks like by including examples or formatting preferences.
Start with a basic prompt, then add details and constraints based on the initial response.
Check your understanding of effective prompt engineering and the SPEC framework.
ChatGPT is the most popular AI chatbot for conversations, writing help, and problem-solving. Let's get you set up and comfortable with this powerful tool in just a few minutes.
You'll learn: Account setup process, interface navigation, effective conversation techniques, practical applications for work and study, and essential safety guidelines.
Get started with a free ChatGPT account using your email or Google login.
Understand the differences between free and ChatGPT Plus ($20/month) accounts.
Familiarize yourself with the simple but powerful ChatGPT interface.
Adjust important settings for privacy and optimal experience.
Be specific about what you want. Include context, format preferences, and your intended use.
Use follow-up questions to deepen understanding or refine outputs. ChatGPT remembers your conversation context.
Show ChatGPT what you want by including examples or describing your preferred style and format.
Don't settle for the first response. Ask for revisions, different approaches, or additional perspectives.
Check your understanding of ChatGPT setup, best practices, and safety guidelines.
Beyond ChatGPT, there are specialized AI tools designed specifically for writing, research, and academic work. Let's explore the most useful options and learn when to use each one.
You'll learn: Specialized AI tools for different tasks, how to choose the right tool for your needs, practical application strategies, and hands-on practice scenarios to build your toolkit.
Excellent for document analysis, research synthesis, and detailed explanations. Better than ChatGPT for academic work.
Combines search with AI to provide sourced answers. Great for current information and research.
Microsoft's AI integrated with Bing search. Good for research and web-connected information.
AI-powered grammar, style, and tone checking. Essential for polishing any written work.
Paraphrasing and rewriting tool that helps improve clarity and avoid repetition.
AI integrated into Notion workspace for note-taking, summarizing, and organizing ideas.
AI-powered search engine for scientific research papers with evidence-based answers.
Research assistant that helps find, summarize, and extract data from academic papers.
Discovers related research papers and visualizes connections between studies.
Use specialized tools for specific needs rather than trying to make one tool do everything.
Different AI tools work well together - use multiple tools in sequence for best results.
Most tools offer free versions - test them thoroughly before upgrading to paid plans.
Master one tool at a time rather than trying to learn all tools simultaneously.
Check your understanding of specialized AI tools and when to use them for writing and research tasks.
AI has revolutionized creative work, making professional-quality design, image generation, and multimedia content accessible to everyone. Explore these powerful tools for visual storytelling, presentations, and creative projects.
You'll learn: Image generation tools, design automation platforms, video and audio creation, practical applications for academic and professional work, and ethical considerations for creative AI use.
Most user-friendly AI image generator with excellent prompt understanding and safety features.
Premium AI art generator known for artistic quality and style versatility. Requires Discord.
Free alternative with good quality and multiple style options. Great for experimenting.
AI-powered design platform for presentations, social media, posters, and marketing materials.
Professional AI design tools integrated with Adobe Creative Suite for advanced editing.
AI features in Figma for UI/UX design, prototyping, and collaborative design work.
AI video generation and editing platform for creating animated content and video effects.
AI voice generation for creating narration, podcasts, and audio content with natural voices.
AI-enhanced screen recording with automatic transcription and video summaries.
Define your visual goals before choosing tools. Different AI tools excel at different creative tasks.
Generate multiple variations and refine your prompts to achieve the desired creative outcome.
Use different AI tools together - generate images with one tool, edit with another, create presentations with a third.
Check licensing terms for each tool, especially for commercial or professional use cases.
Check your understanding of creative AI tools, applications, and best practices for visual content creation.