AI Fundamentals with Prompt-a-Thon: Google Gemini Notebook Edition
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Course Duration
1 Day
Audience
Employees of federal, state and local governments; and businesses working with the government.
Prerequisites
No prior AI or coding experience required. Basic computer and web browser skills recommended.
Course Description
This one-day course pairs AI fundamentals with a hands-on Prompt-a-Thon built around Google Gemini Notebook (NotebookLM). The morning builds a working understanding of what AI is, how large language models respond to prompts, and the core elements of an effective prompt. The afternoon Prompt-a-Thon puts that knowledge to work: participants use Gemini Notebook to summarize source documents, generate study guides and briefings, and answer questions grounded in their own uploaded material.
Learning Objectives
- Explain AI fundamentals and how Gemini Notebook grounds responses in uploaded sources
- Navigate the Gemini Notebook interface and its key features
- Write effective, source-aware prompts
- Generate summaries, study guides, and briefings from real source material
- Verify AI-generated output against the original sources
Course Outline
1. AI Fundamentals
- What AI and generative AI are in plain language
- How large language models respond to prompts
- Common AI terminology: prompts, context, and hallucinations
2. Introduction to Google Gemini Notebook
- What Gemini Notebook is and how it grounds answers in your own sources
- Navigating the interface and uploading source material
- Key features: summaries, briefings, study guides, and audio overviews
3. Prompting Fundamentals
- The core elements of an effective prompt
- Prompting techniques specific to source-grounded tools like Notebook
- Improving results through iteration
4. Prompt-a-Thon: Hands-On Practice
- Uploading and organizing source documents
- Generating summaries, FAQs, and briefing documents
- Asking grounded questions and verifying answers against sources
5. Responsible Use and Wrap-Up
- Reviewing AI output for accuracy before use
- Data handling considerations for uploaded material
- Final questions and key takeaways
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this course cover?
This course covers AI fundamentals and hands-on practice with Google Gemini Notebook, including uploading sources and generating grounded summaries, briefings, and study guides.
How long is this course?
This is a one-day course, available as live remote online instruction or on-site at your facility.
Who should attend?
Business professionals with little or no prior AI experience who want hands-on practice with Google Gemini Notebook.
Does IT Dojo offer this training on-site at government or DoD facilities?
Yes. IT Dojo delivers this course on-site at government agencies, DoD commands, and contractor facilities, in addition to live online delivery.
How do I register for this course?
IT Dojo training is employer sponsored. Contact IT Dojo via the Request Training form or call 757-216-3656 to schedule this course for your team.