Level Up with Gemini: AI Skills for Real-Life Tasks

In this session, you will get guided practice in prompt engineering fundamentals, learn to navigate Gemini's interface and features, and discover how to integrate Gemini into your everyday workflows. We will cover how to differentiate between model types (Flash vs. Pro), work with documents and visuals, and leverage Gemini's connections to other Google tools, like Docs, Gmail, and Sheets.

Whether new to generative AI or looking to sharpen your skills, this session helps you move beyond exploration to purposeful use, empowering you to apply Gemini meaningfully in professional and personal contexts.

Topics List
1: Getting Started with Gemini
- Overview of Gemini's Interface
- Introduction to Gemini Models: Flash vs. Pro

2: Prompting Essentials
- Core Prompt Engineering Concepts
- Improving Prompt Outcomes with Examples
- Guided Practice: Writing Effective Prompts

3: Using Gemini in Everyday Tasks
- Content Generation (Writing, Brainstorming, Editing)
- Visual and Video Creation (Static + Dynamic Media)
- Digesting and Summarizing Data from Documents
- Working with Tables, Lists, and Semi-Structured Content
- Generating Email and Communication Templates

4: Research and Discovery
- Web Search
- Deep Research Mode: Use Cases and Tips
- Using Gemini with Audio Overviews

5: Advanced Use Cases & Integration
- Leveraging Gemini within Google Docs, Sheets, Gmail
- Uploading and Interacting with Documents
- Scenario-Based Exercises Across Workflows (Admin, Project Management, Creative Work, etc.)

Suggested Prerequisites:
- You should be comfortable with Zoom and use the basics of general computer use. 
- Specifically, you should be able to:
1. Open and switch between programs (e.g., browser, Word, etc.)
2. Navigate browser tabs
3. Use common browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, etc.)

Zoom Proficiency:
- Use chat, participants panel, mute/unmute, and video controls
- Share your screen when needed
- Understand Zoom overlay controls (e.g., notifications, toolbars)