Tech Topic: Crafting Better AI Prompts
?? Struggling with how to talk to AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, or Microsoft Copilot? In this video, I break down prompt crafting—in simple, everyday language—to help you get better results from AI without needing a tech background.
- ? Learn the 4 parts of a great AI prompt: Persona, Task, Context, and Format
- ?? See real examples using Gemini, ChatGPT, and Microsoft 365
- ?? Discover how to use voice, images, documents, and more in your prompts
- ?? Watch a demo on creating AI-powered quizzes with Copilot
Agenda
- 00:00 - Introduction: What We'll Cover
- 01:05 - What is a Prompt?
- 02:20 - Why Prompt Crafting Matters
- 04:10 - How Prompts Affect AI Output
- 06:00 - Prompt Inputs: Text, Voice, Images, Documents
- 07:45 - Defining a Persona in a Prompt
- 10:00 - Specifying the Task
- 11:20 - Providing Context for Better Results
- 13:00 - Formatting the Response
- 14:20 - Example: Travel Itinerary Prompt Breakdown
- 18:10 - Comparing Results Across AI Tools
- 23:10 - Using All Four Prompt Parts Together
- 25:40 - ChatGPT vs Gemini vs Claude
- 28:20 - Copilot in Microsoft Word 30:00 - Creating Quizzes with Microsoft 365
- 32:40 - Final Thoughts and What's Next
Whether you're retired, self-employed, or just tech-curious, this Tech Topic is all about making modern tools more straightforward to use and less intimidating. I explain each step in plain English so you can follow along—even if you're brand new to AI.
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