AI Genealogy Seminars: From Basics to Breakthroughs

I could not be more excited about sharing this announcement and learning with you. Registration opens Tuesday 20 February 2024, 1 PM ET, for "AI Genealogy Seminars: From Basics to Breakthroughs," one of eleven virtual courses offered this summer by the National Genealogical Society's GRIP Genealogical Institute (formerly the "Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh"). I … Continue reading AI Genealogy Seminars: From Basics to Breakthroughs

Open GeneaGPT (the community-built genealogy AI tool) has been updated

Open GeneaGPT (the community-built genealogy AI tool) has been updated from version 2 to version 3 as of Monday 22 January 2024. This is a significant update, transforming Open GeneaGPT into a smarter and more engaging companion for exploring family history, making it easier and more enjoyable for everyone. It brings changes like better conversations, … Continue reading Open GeneaGPT (the community-built genealogy AI tool) has been updated

Exploring Custom GPTs: My Journey into AI Tools for Genealogy

Jump straight the the growing list of Genealogy Bots here or access them at OpenAI Store by searching for bots with the term "genealogy." Custom GPTs are free for ChatGPT Plus subscribers ($20/month). I also teach genealogists and educators how to make their own custom genealogy GPTs, hands-on, step-by-step; enrolling now. Friends, you may have … Continue reading Exploring Custom GPTs: My Journey into AI Tools for Genealogy

Creating More Consistent Images with DALL-E 3

(This post was originalyl published on the blog Dana Leeds: Creator of the Leeds Method.) As genealogists, we find ourselves at the intersection of history and technology. Today’s example comes from the evolving field of AI-generated imagery. Earlier today, Steve Little from AI Genealogy Insights highlighted a resource that addresses a common challenge with DALL-E 3: fine-tuning the … Continue reading Creating More Consistent Images with DALL-E 3

Using Artificial Intelligence in Genealogy

(This blog post was originally published on the blog, Dana Leeds: Creator of the Leeds Method.) If you follow me on Facebook, you've probably noticed that I've fallen in love with generating Artificial Intelligence (AI) art. I'm also embracing AI in my genealogy work as well as my broader life! This technology really started becoming … Continue reading Using Artificial Intelligence in Genealogy

First Blush: ChatGPT Plus with DALL-E 3

Where I failed, one of you will succeed. The Infinity Gauntlet was unlocked Friday night, October 13th, 2023 (Friday the Thirteenth), when the last of the anticipated new beta modes rolled-out to my ChatGPT Plus account when DALL-E 3 access was enabled. In other words, ChatGPT Plus can create images now. ChatGPT Plus users will … Continue reading First Blush: ChatGPT Plus with DALL-E 3

New Use Case: Handwriting Recognition to Structured Data

ChatGPT with Vision (GPT-4V) analyzes a handwritten WWII draft card, and not only reads handwriting correctly but also accurately identifies text fields (name, address, next of kin, date of birth, occupation, etc.). This draft card, from my maternal grandfather Dean Lawrence (1921-2003) was chosen for the average block print handwriting; testing will continue to determine … Continue reading New Use Case: Handwriting Recognition to Structured Data