An Introduction to AI for Writers

BAIPA monthly meetings are now on Zoom. The Zoom links will be provided to you via email on the Friday evening before, around 9 PM.
Therefore, all non-members MUST register in advance in order to participate. However, all current BAIPA members will get the Zoom info for this session automatically.

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The general meeting begins at 9 am, the speaker presentation is at 11 am, after Q&A, networking time, introductions & announcements.

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MORNING PRESENTATION:

An Introduction to AI for Writers

Matt Strain, Founder & Principal, The Prompt

This session delivers an accessible, actionable path to get started with AI (Artificial Intelligence). It’s designed for a non-technical audience who is curious about what AI means for your creative work.

We will demystify AI, providing you with the essential knowledge to effectively utilize AI tools in your personal and professional life. Topics include:

– Fun example of how Matt used AI to create a book
– Overview of what AI is
– Review of the leading Generative AI platforms
– Understanding the critical role of data
– Top tips for creating effective prompts
– Opportunities & risks with AI

Key Takeaways include:

• Concrete examples of where to apply AI in your creative workflow
• Best practices for creating prompts
• How to address the fears that come with changes in technology

About Our Speaker: Matt Strain

​​Matt Strain recently left Adobe, where over the course of 17 years he led teams across marketing, strategy, new business, and research. He is now focused on helping “real people” prepare for the opportunities with AI.

The New York Times recently highlighted Matt’s unique AI-generated book, which used AI to blend Chinese medicine and mixology, propelling him into the realm of micro-AI celebrity. Forbes has called him the AI Whisperer.

During his recent tenure at Adobe’s Research Lab, Matt explored the intersection of AI and creativity, collaborating with teams to bring innovative new products and services to market. He was a leader in crafting Adobe’s strategy to address fake news and disinformation, a project that grew into the widely adopted Content Authenticity Initiative.

In pursuit of AI’s potential for positive impact, Matt is now experimenting with ways to bring the astonishing power of AI to a broad set of non-technical audiences.

Connect with Matt at his website: the-prompt.ai