ChatGPT Made Easy: A Beginner's Course to AI Communication

Welcome to the beginner's course for using ChatGPT. This course aims to help you understand how to make the most out of ChatGPT and get familiar with its capabilities. We'll cover the essential steps to get you started:

Module 1: Introduction to ChatGPT; 3 lessons

1.      Understanding what is ChatGPT:

A short explanation of what ChatGPT is and how it works and setting up ChatGPT step-by-step

2.      Potential use cases:

Explore 7scenarios where ChatGPT can be helpful. You will receive a short explanation for each scenario. Theory questions test whether you have actually understood this text and you conclude with an assignment to apply the theory you have learned. At the end of the lesson you will find the answers to the multiple choice questions.

3.      Limitations: Learn about the limitations and constraints of the model.

In this lesson you will learn 6 limitations of ChatGPT. Examples clarify where the limitations are. This lesson concludes with 15 multiple choice questions. At the end of the lesson you will find the correct answers to these multiple choice questions.

Module 2: Interacting with ChatGPT; 2 lessons

1. Accessing ChatGPT: Explore different interfaces (e.g., OpenAI Playground, API integration).

With the help of a fictional character Rachel, we explore the different interfaces of ChatGPT. Examples clarify the possibilities of these interfaces. The lesson ends with theory questions and an assignment to apply the theory learned. At the end of the lesson you will find the answers to the theory questions.

2. Text-based conversation: Learn how to interact with ChatGPT using text-based input and output.

In this section you will learn how to communicate effectively with ChatGPT. With tips and examples you will be clearly explained how you can get the most out of your interaction with ChatGPT. This lesson ends with multiple choice questions so that you can check whether you have understood the theory. You will find the answers to these questions at the end of this lesson.

Module 3: Getting Quality Responses; 3 lessons

1. Writing clear prompts: Tips for formulating precise questions and prompts.

In this section, you'll learn how to understand the importance of clear prompts and what you need to do to ask your questions in a way that helps you get the answers you're looking for. Examples of good and less good prompts and questions show you the differences. This lesson ends with theory questions, an exercise to improve your prompts and an assignment to apply the theory you have learned. You will find the answers to the theory questions and the exercise at the end of this lesson.

2. Iterative approach: Understand how to ask follow-up questions for more relevant responses.

In this section we take a closer look at follow-up questions, or the iterative approach, to get the most out of your interaction with ChatGPT. With examples you will learn what this approach means and how you can use this approach. The lesson ends with multiple choice questions, theory questions and an assignment to apply the theory you have learned. At the end of the lesson you will find the answers to the multiple choice questions and the theory questions.

3. Giving instructions: Learn how to guide ChatGPT's behavior using explicit instructions.

In this section you will learn the importance of giving clear and precise instructions to ChatGPT to ensure that the output you get is the output you want. The lesson ends with exercises, theory questions and an assignment to apply the theory learned. At the end of the lesson you will find the answers to the exercises and the theory questions.

Module 4: Using ChatGPT’s Creativity; 2 lessons

1. Exploring creativity: Discover how ChatGPT can generate creative responses.

In this section you will learn to use the creativity of ChatGPT to achieve outputs that you might not have come up with on your own. Examples show you how to use this creativity. The lesson ends with theory questions and an assignment to apply the theory learned. At the end of the lesson you will find the answers to the theory questions.

2. Limiting creativity: Learn techniques to control the level of creativity in responses.

In this section we fine-tune the creativity of ChatGPT. You learn what limitations there are and which you can consciously use to bring the quality of the output in line with what you want. Here too, examples will help you clarify what the possibilities are. The lesson ends with theory questions and an assignment to apply the theory learned. At the end of the lesson you will find the answers to the theory questions.

Module 5: Advanced Features; 2 lessons

1. Customizing responses: Understand how to specify the tone or style of the responses.

In this section you will learn how to improve your interactions with the language model. You learn to distinguish between system and user personas and use them for tailored conversations. This lesson ends with multiple choice questions and theory questions so that you can check whether you have understood the theory. The answers to both the multiple choice questions and the theory questions can be found at the end of this lesson.

2. System vs. User persona: Learn about the differences and when to use each option.

In this part you will learn the difference between system and user persona and how you can use this to get the output you get as close as possible to the output you want. This lesson ends with multiple choice questions and theory questions so that you can check whether you have understood the theory. The answers to both the multiple choice questions and the theory questions can be found at the end of this lesson.

Module 6: Ensuring Ethical Use; 2 lessons

1. Being mindful of biases:

Understand potential biases in the model's responses and how to handle them.

In this part you will learn to remain critical of the output of ChatGPT. Although it is never the intention of the creators of ChatGPT, answers that are generated can be colored in a certain way by, for example, prejudice or bias. As a user, you can prevent this by being aware of your own ideas, but also by being attentive to how you ask your questions to ChatGPT. This lesson ends with multiple choice questions so that you can check whether you have understood the theory. The answers to the multiple choice questions can be found at the end of this lesson.

2. Avoiding harmful content: Learn how to use ChatGPT responsibly and prevent misuse.

In this section, learn how to ensure responsible use of ChatGPT and how to avoid malicious language. As a user, you are responsible for the questions you ask and it is essential to use this technology responsibly to prevent potential misuse or damage. This lesson ends with multiple choice questions so that you can check whether you have understood the theory. You will find the answers to the multiple choice questions at the end of this lesson.

Module 7: Additional Resources; 2 lessons

1. Community and documentation: Explore resources like forums, documentation, and tutorials.

In this section, we'll explore the valuable resources available to enhance your experience and knowledge with ChatGPT. This lesson is informative only and therefore has no questions or assignments.

2. Best practices: Find tips and tricks shared by experienced users.

In this section, you’ll get some practical advice and lesser-known tips and tricks shared by experienced users. This lesson is informative only and therefore has no questions or assignments.

Module 8: Practical Projects; 2 lessons

1. Implementing ChatGPT in applications: Build small projects or integrate ChatGPT into existing apps.

In this section you’ll get an overview of possibilities how to implement ChatGPT in applications. This lesson is informative only and therefore has no questions or assignments.

2. Real-world use cases: Practice using ChatGPT in real-world scenarios.

In this section we'll explore how to apply ChatGPT in real-world scenarios to solve practical problems and enhance various domains. This lesson is informative only and therefore has no questions or assignments.