Beginners Workshop for Generative AI - Workshop One
Date and Time
Wednesday Feb 12, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM NZDT
Location
Venue: Wintec CBD
Fees/Admission
Free for Waikato Chamber members
$0.00 for Non Chamber members
$79 plus GST pp for non-members
This workshop requires your laptop.
Description
Generative AI is a form of AI that understands and generates human-like text. It can engage in conversations, answer questions, generate pictures and provide assistance on various topics.
The most high-profile example of Generative AI is ChatGPT. Released in November 2022, the free technology is now used by over 150 million people. No other software has had that rapid rate of adoption. This is because ChatGPT is based on natural language. Even someone who has never before seen or used the software will be able to use it with just less than an hour of training. The range of uses for Generative AI is unending.
Come to this Introduction to Generative AI Workshop to:
• Find out what Generative AI is.
• Understand the differences between the two versions of ChatGPT and MS 365 Copilot.
• Discover what you can use the tools for.
• Get hands-on training on how to use them.
• Recognise what the limitations and risks are.
• Get answers to your questions during Q&A.
Register quickly, workshops are limited to 30 attendees!
Workshop requisites:
A laptop with ChatGPT (Free or Paid version) and Microsoft 365 Copilot (optional) ready to use with the ability to connect to Wi-Fi.
Read the instructions on how to install ChatGPT HERE.
About the Trainer:
This hands-on workshop will be conducted by Tony Meredith, General Manager of Houston Technology, a 38-year-old, 35-strong IT consultancy firm headquartered in Hamilton. Tony has been in the technology industry for most of the last 35 years. He holds Practitioner certificates in Change Management and Prince2 Project Management. Tony has a particular interest in how people apply technology for productive gain. He can be contacted tony@houston.co.nz
Cancellation Policy:
Any cancellation and/or changes must be made in writing to the Waikato Chamber of Commerce no less than seven working days prior to this event in order to receive a full refund/credit. No refund or credit will be given for cancellations made after this or for non-attendance at this event. Guest name can be transferred upon request with one business day's notice.
The most high-profile example of Generative AI is ChatGPT. Released in November 2022, the free technology is now used by over 150 million people. No other software has had that rapid rate of adoption. This is because ChatGPT is based on natural language. Even someone who has never before seen or used the software will be able to use it with just less than an hour of training. The range of uses for Generative AI is unending.
Come to this Introduction to Generative AI Workshop to:
• Find out what Generative AI is.
• Understand the differences between the two versions of ChatGPT and MS 365 Copilot.
• Discover what you can use the tools for.
• Get hands-on training on how to use them.
• Recognise what the limitations and risks are.
• Get answers to your questions during Q&A.
Register quickly, workshops are limited to 30 attendees!
Workshop requisites:
A laptop with ChatGPT (Free or Paid version) and Microsoft 365 Copilot (optional) ready to use with the ability to connect to Wi-Fi.
Read the instructions on how to install ChatGPT HERE.
About the Trainer:
This hands-on workshop will be conducted by Tony Meredith, General Manager of Houston Technology, a 38-year-old, 35-strong IT consultancy firm headquartered in Hamilton. Tony has been in the technology industry for most of the last 35 years. He holds Practitioner certificates in Change Management and Prince2 Project Management. Tony has a particular interest in how people apply technology for productive gain. He can be contacted tony@houston.co.nz
Cancellation Policy:
Any cancellation and/or changes must be made in writing to the Waikato Chamber of Commerce no less than seven working days prior to this event in order to receive a full refund/credit. No refund or credit will be given for cancellations made after this or for non-attendance at this event. Guest name can be transferred upon request with one business day's notice.
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