Precision Prompts: Unlocking AI for Creative Writing, Problem-Solving, and Innovative Solutions

This intermediate-level course is designed for learners who have a foundational understanding of generative AI tools and are ready to refine their skills.

This course goes beyond the basics of prompt engineering, diving deeper into advanced techniques to fine-tune AI-generated outputs across a variety of platforms.

Participants will explore how to optimize prompts for more specific and complex tasks, along with creative applications, and address nuanced challenges such as maintaining coherence and handling ambiguity.

Learners will explore the advanced functionalities of AI tools and leverage them to maximize creativity, efficiency, and precision in tasks such as content creation, technical writing, and strategic decision-making.

Learning Objectives
1. Discover advanced prompt engineering techniques to achieve specific and nuanced results.
2. Gain an understanding on how to work with constraints, modifiers, and multi-part prompts.
3. Explore AI tools for complex tasks, such as long-form writing and technical content generation.
4. Implement strategies to manage AI¿s limitations, including improving coherence and addressing vague or ambiguous outputs.
5. Use AI tools for creative creativity, problem-solving, and decision-making support in various fields

Topic Outline

Advanced Prompt Engineering:
- Building on basic prompt structures: adding specificity, constraints, and modifiers.
- Managing AI outputs in multi-step or multi-part tasks.
- Milestone: Create long-form content or technical documentation using advanced prompts.

Creative Applications:
- Using AI for creative writing, storytelling, and ideation.
- Tailoring AI outputs for different formats, tones, and audiences.
- Milestone: Develop a series of creative pieces (e.g., blog posts, stories) across AI platforms.

Problem-Solving and Decision-Making with AI:
- Leveraging generative AI for brainstorming and generating solutions.
- Using AI to support data-driven decision-making and analysis.
- Milestone: Create a strategic plan or decision matrix using AI tools.

Managing Coherence and Ambiguity:
Techniques for maintaining coherence in long-form AI outputs. 
Addressing ambiguous or vague responses and guiding AI toward clarity. 
Milestone: Refine and polish AI-generated content with feedback loops and iteration.

Ethical and Responsible Use in Advanced AI Prompting:
- Ethical considerations in advanced prompt engineering.
- Ensuring fairness and accuracy in AI outputs for complex and sensitive tasks.
Milestone: Conduct a peer-reviewed assessment of an AI-generated project.

Prerequisites
- Completion of Generative AI Prompting Basics or equivalent experience with prompt engineering and AI tools.
- Access to one or more AI platforms for hands-on practice (free or paid versions).
- A Google Docs or other notebook application for organizing and refining prompts

Special Features
- Learners who complete the course will earn a Stanford Technology Training Certificate of Completion. 
- The live-online format promotes collaborative learning, allowing participants to engage in peer discussions and tackle complex tasks in real-time.