AI Toolbox Essentials: A Hands-On Workshop for Real-World Impact

AI Toolbox Essentials: A Hands-On Workshop for Real-World Impact
Presented by WIT // HSV + ARC + Skinny R&D

📅 June 24, 2025 | 🕔 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM | 📍 I²C, UAH Campus

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Are you overwhelmed by documents, proposals, or reports and wondering how AI can assist you? Whether you're a small business owner, engineer, educator, or simply curious about today’s most transformative tech, this hands-on session will change the way you work.

👉Join WIT // HSV, AI Research Collaborative (ARC), and Skinny R&D for the kickoff to a powerful 10-hour community workshop series—beginning with AI Toolbox Essentials. You’ll explore top AI tools like ChatGPT, Copilot, and Perplexity, side-by-side, and discover how to use them for smarter writing, faster research, and more efficient workflows.

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What to Expect:

This isn't a lecture. It's a workshop, meaning you'll need to bring your laptop and be ready to dive in. You'll walk away with new skills, AI shortcuts, and an understanding of when (and how) to use the right tool for the job.

Workshop 1 / [ June 24th / 2 hours ]:

AI Toolbox Essentials
🧠 Compare the strengths of ChatGPT, Copilot & Perplexity
🔎 Explore real-time search, embedded AI tools & conversational interfaces
🛠️ Learn practical applications like content generation, research, and task automation

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Why Attend?

✅ Get hands-on with the top 3 AI tools in one immersive session
✅ Learn to verify, compare, and apply AI-generated content confidently
✅ Start building your AI literacy in a no-code, no-pressure environment
✅ Meet and collaborate with a community of forward-thinking professionals

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About the Series:
This workshop is part of a 10-hour immersive series hosted by WIT // HSV and ARC. Each 2-hour module builds upon the last, covering topics such as AI Toolbox Essentials, Prompt Engineering, LLM Mechanics, RAG systems, and AI Automation.

👉 For more information on the five-part workshop series, click here.

🎓 Attendees who complete all 5 workshops will receive a Certificate of Completion from our training partner, Skinny R&D—a valuable addition to your resume or professional portfolio.

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👉 Spots are limited. Reserve yours now and bring your laptop!

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Questions?

Contact: arc@uah.edu or wit-hsv@uah.edu

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About ARC:
The AI Research Collaborative is an I²C-led, community-powered initiative advancing practical AI education and innovation. ARC bridges industry, academia, and local talent to foster real-world AI fluency through workshops, open-source tools, and applied research.

Visit: www.arc-hsv.org

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About WIT // HSV:
WIT // HSV is a North Alabama-based community platform dedicated to educating, inspiring, and empowering individuals working in tech with the expertise, mentorship, and connections needed to thrive in STEM careers.

Visit: www.wit-hsv.org

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