I Asked ChatGPT’s New “Reasoning” Model to Craft a Research Plan–Here’s What Happened:

On Thursday 5 December 2024, the creators of ChatGPT kicked-off their "Twelve Days of OpenAI" by releasing the full version of their "reasoning" model, named "o1." Teased and expected for months, the reasoning model was known by the codename "Strawberry" since spring 2024, and a weaker version, "o1-preview," had been accessible to paid ChatGPT Plus … Continue reading I Asked ChatGPT’s New “Reasoning” Model to Craft a Research Plan–Here’s What Happened: →

Exploring Facebook’s New AI Tool for Groups

I recently stumbled upon a new AI feature in Facebook that caught my attention. It all started when I saw an intriguing image from a recommended group—Certified Arborists—and clicked through to check out more. What greeted me wasn't just a series of posts but a new AI assistant for the group, something I hadn't expected. … Continue reading Exploring Facebook’s New AI Tool for Groups →

Paper-to-Podcast Prompt

In this post you'll find:● a PROMPT to generate a podcast script/transcript from any type of content● an example of a podcast script/transcript generated by this PROMPT using a prompt engineering resource as a source document, i.e., hear two hosts discuss prompt engineering in an easy, accessible style● a list of upcoming speaking events A … Continue reading Paper-to-Podcast Prompt →

Episode 12: Hollywood AI Blunder, AI Image Generator Roundup, Google Lens Saves You Time Researching, Use AI For Translation

In this week's episode of "The Family History AI Show," my co-host Mark Thompson and I take you on an exhilarating journey through the latest AI advancements revolutionizing genealogy. We kick things off with a cautionary tale from Hollywood, highlighting the critical importance of fact-checking AI-generated content. Then, we dive deep into the world of … Continue reading Episode 12: Hollywood AI Blunder, AI Image Generator Roundup, Google Lens Saves You Time Researching, Use AI For Translation →

Episode 11: Microsoft Simplifies Research with “Deep Search”, Google Goes All In on AI, Have We Entered the Post-Photography Era?

In this episode of "The Family History AI Show" podcast, hosts Mark Thompson and I discuss Microsoft's new AI-enhanced search tool, Deep Search. Then, we review Google's major list of AI announcements. In the last of the big stories this week, Mark and I talk about how photography is changing in the digital age. Don’t … Continue reading Episode 11: Microsoft Simplifies Research with “Deep Search”, Google Goes All In on AI, Have We Entered the Post-Photography Era? →

Building Better Prompts, Facebook’s LLM May Benefit Family History, MyHeritage Retires an AI Feature

In Episode #9 of The Family History AI Show podcast, Mark Thompson and I begin by exploring the potential benefits of Meta's open-source approach to AI. Next, we discuss MyHeritage's plans to retire an AI feature. Then, we review the AI image generation features added to Adobe Illustrator. In this week’s Tip of the Week, … Continue reading Building Better Prompts, Facebook’s LLM May Benefit Family History, MyHeritage Retires an AI Feature →

Busted by Bard: How Google Gemini Spilled the Tea on Google Search Monopoly

With a twist of irony, Google's Gemini AI is here used to summarize a nearly 300-page landmark ruling against Google's Search monopoly. This demonstration highlights Gemini's large context window and ability to process complex legal documents, while underscoring the far-reaching implications of the antitrust case against its creator. Among large language models, Google's Gemini is … Continue reading Busted by Bard: How Google Gemini Spilled the Tea on Google Search Monopoly →

Episode 8: Save Time by Summarizing, Meta’s Game-Changing AI Upgrade, FamilySearch’s Summarization Feature, Is the AI Bubble About to Burst?

Hello friends, Today, Mark and I released Episode 8 of The Family History AI Show podcast. A description of the show is below. But I wanted to take a quick moment to point out how we have structured the show as a way to highlight what we enjoy sharing with you. The show has three … Continue reading Episode 8: Save Time by Summarizing, Meta’s Game-Changing AI Upgrade, FamilySearch’s Summarization Feature, Is the AI Bubble About to Burst? →