> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://academy.pathfindr.ai/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Introduction > Welcome to your practical AI Accelerator course! We focus on getting you from zero to confident in weeks. We built this because most AI training either treats you like a developer or a five-year-old. You're neither. You're a professional who needs to use AI effectively. We focus on what works, skip what doesn't, and update when things change (which is constantly). ## Your learning journey ### Prerequisites This covers the basics of understanding what AI actually does vs what people think it does.\ \ *Read more* ### What you'll learn You'll learn why ChatGPT isn't just a fancy search engine - it's your new teammate! From figuring out the core navigation features to understanding how to choose the right model for your task, this sets you up first time right. You'll personalise your environment and set it up to work the way you do. No theory, just practical foundation. * Understand ChatGPT's capabilities and how it differs from search engines * Navigate GPT-5, legacy models and identify best use cases for each * Set up custom instructions for personalised responses *Read more* The difference between mediocre and excellent AI output? Your input! The biggest unlock here is about flipping your mindset. We focus on using ChatGPT naturally to coach your prompting skills. We'll walk through our prompting frameworks and show how you can work with voice and images, building a personal library of prompts that actually deliver. This is where you'll see the biggest immediate improvement. * Master multi-modal prompting (text, voice, image inputs) * Apply advanced techniques like chain-of-thought reasoning * Build reusable prompt templates for common tasks *Read more* Time to connect AI to your actual work. Do real research, pull in external data, and organize your work so you're not starting from scratch every time. This module transforms ChatGPT from a novelty to a necessity. * Execute multi-step research with web browsing & analysis * Connect ChatGPT to external tools and data sources * Organise work using Projects for context retention *Read more* Beyond text - create visuals, optimize for different outputs, understand what's possible (and what's not worth trying). We'll walk you through our framework for creative prompts and how to get the most out of the technology right now. Practical creative applications you'll use immediately with what you have at your fingertips. * Create and edit images with the GPT Image 1 * Generate videos using SORA (when available) * Optimize prompts for visual content creation *Read more* Start to build specialised assistants for your specific workflows, configure knowledge bases with your data, and create tools where context is preloaded. Whether for your repeated processes or to share with your entire team, this is where you level up with real use cases. * Design custom GPTs for specialized workflows * Configure knowledge bases and custom actions * Test and iterate GPT behaviors for optimal performance *Read more* The difference between playing with AI and transforming how you work. Implement proper oversight, measure actual ROI, scale what works, and build sustainable practices. For those ready to lead AI adoption, not just participate. * Deploy GPTs across teams with proper governance * Measure ROI and track adoption metrics * Build centers of excellence for AI initiatives ### Tool used In this course, you are required to have a paid version of ChatGPT to use different functionalities and learn various concepts. If you decide to proceed with free versions, you remain responsible for the limitations that may be encountered. You'll learn why Copilot isn't just a fancy search engine - it's your new teammate! From figuring out the core navigation features to understanding how to choose the right model for your task, this sets you up first time right. You'll personalise your environment and set it up to work the way you do. No theory, just practical foundation. * Understand what MS Copilot is and how it differs from other AI assistants * Identify the key capabilities and limitations of Copilot in your 365 apps * Set up custom instructions for personalised responses *Read more* The difference between mediocre and excellent AI output? Your input! The biggest unlock here is about flipping your mindset. We focus on using Copilot naturally to coach your prompting skills. We'll walk through our prompting frameworks and show how you can work with voice and images, building a personal library of prompts that actually deliver. This is where you'll see the biggest immediate improvement. * Understand the principles of effective prompt engineering * Apply advanced techniques like chain-of-thought reasoning * Build reusable prompt templates for common tasks *Read more* Time to connect AI to your actual work. Do real research, pull in external data, and organize your work so you're not starting from scratch every time. This module transforms Copilot from a novelty to a necessity. * Execute multi-step research with web browsing & analysis * Understand Copilots access to tools and data sources via integration across 365 apps * Use notebooks to gather files, chats, and notes in one place *Read more* *Read more* *Read more* *Read more* Beyond text - create visuals, optimize for different outputs, understand what's possible (and what's not worth trying). We'll walk you through our framework for creative prompts and how to get the most out of the technology right now. Practical creative applications you'll use immediately with what you have at your fingertips. * Create and edit images with image generation integration * Iterate on concepts by refining layouts, imagery, and presentation flow * Optimize prompts for visual content creation *Read more* Start to build specialised assistants for your specific workflows, configure knowledge bases with your data, and create tools where context is preloaded. Whether for your repeated processes or to share with your entire team, this is where you level up with real use cases. * Identify processes in your day-to-day work suitable for creating an agent * Configure agent triggers and workflows using Copilot Studio * Build and test a functional agent inside Copilot *Read more* The difference between playing with AI and transforming how you work. Implement proper oversight, measure actual ROI, scale what works, and build sustainable practices. For those ready to lead AI adoption, not just participate. * Scale successful agents across teams with proper governance * Measure ROI and track adoption metrics * Build centers of excellence for AI initiatives ### Tool used In this course, you are required to have a paid version of Microsoft Copilot to use different functionalities and learn various concepts. If you decide to proceed with free versions, you remain responsible for the limitations that may be encountered. You'll learn why Gemini isn't just a fancy search engine - it's your new teammate! From figuring out the core navigation features to understanding how to choose the right model for your task, this sets you up first time right. You'll personalise your environment and set it up to work the way you do. No theory, just practical foundation. * Understand Gemini's capabilities and how it differs from traditional search engines * Navigate various models and identify best use cases for each * Set up custom instructions and persona-based prompts to get more personalised responses *Read more* The difference between mediocre and excellent AI output? Your input! The biggest unlock here is about flipping your mindset. We focus on using Gemini naturally to coach your prompting skills. We'll walk through our prompting frameworks and show how you can work with voice and images, building a personal library of prompts that actually deliver. This is where you'll see the biggest immediate improvement. * Master multi-modal prompting (text, voice, image inputs) * Apply advanced techniques like chain-of-thought reasoning * Build reusable prompt templates for common tasks Time to connect AI to your actual work. Do real research, pull in external data, and organize your work so you're not starting from scratch every time. This module transforms Gemini from a novelty to a necessity. * Perform multi-step research, capturing extensive web browsing & analysis * Understand Gemini's access to tools and data sources via Google Workspace apps * Organise and analyse large files with Gemini's long context window *Read more* Beyond text - create visuals, optimize for different outputs, understand what's possible (and what's not worth trying). We'll walk you through our framework for creative prompts and how to get the most out of the technology right now. Practical creative applications you'll use immediately with what you have at your fingertips. * Create and edit images using Gemini's Nano Banana * Transform images and generate videos using Veo * Optimise prompts for visual content creation *Read more* Start to build specialised assistants for your specific workflows, configure knowledge bases with your data, and create tools where context is preloaded. Whether for your repeated processes or to share with your entire team, this is where you level up with real use cases. * Design custom Gems for specialised workflows * Configure knowledge bases and custom actions * Test and iterate Gem behaviors for optimal performance The difference between playing with AI and transforming how you work. Implement proper oversight, measure actual ROI, scale what works, and build sustainable practices. For those ready to lead AI adoption, not just participate. * Deploy Gems across teams with proper governance * Measure ROI and track adoption metrics * Build centers of excellence for AI initiatives ### Tool used In this course, you are required to have a paid version of Google Gemini to use different functionalities and learn various concepts. If you decide to proceed with free versions, you remain responsible for the limitations that may be encountered. You'll learn why Claude isn't just a fancy search engine - it's your new teammate! From figuring out the core navigation features to understanding how to choose the right model for your task, this sets you up first time right. You'll personalise your environment and set it up to work the way you do. No theory, just practical foundation. *Read more* The difference between mediocre and excellent AI output? Your input! The biggest unlock here is about flipping your mindset. We focus on using Claude naturally to coach your prompting skills. We'll walk through our prompting frameworks and show how you can work with voice and images, building a personal library of prompts that actually deliver. This is where you'll see the biggest immediate improvement. *Read more* Time to connect AI to your actual work. Do real research, pull in external data, and organize your work so you're not starting from scratch every time. This module transforms Claude from a novelty to a necessity. *Read more* Beyond text - create visuals, optimize for different outputs, understand what's possible (and what's not worth trying). We'll walk you through our framework for creative prompts and how to get the most out of the technology right now. Practical creative applications you'll use immediately with what you have at your fingertips. Start to build specialised assistants for your specific workflows, configure knowledge bases with your data, and create tools where context is preloaded. Whether for your repeated processes or to share with your entire team, this is where you level up with real use cases. *Read more* The difference between playing with AI and transforming how you work. Implement proper oversight, measure actual ROI, scale what works, and build sustainable practices. For those ready to lead AI adoption, not just participate. ### Tool used In this course, you are required to have a paid version of Claude to use different functionalities and learn various concepts. If you decide to proceed with free versions, you remain responsible for the limitations that may be encountered. Get and stay curious, actively put what you are learning to the test and enjoy the journey! *** ## The people behind the change Successful AI adoption depends on people as much as tools. Two key roles drive the accelerator — Champions and Participants — each contributing in different but complementary ways. AI change agent who experiments early, coaches peers, and models responsible usage.\ \ **Time:** \~1–2 hrs/week (plus bursts during onboarding, showcases, and feedback loops). General staff who build confidence with approved copilots and fold them into daily work.\ \ **Time:** Focused learning during month one, then light-touch habits inside routine tasks. Drivers clear the runway; champions and participants generate the lift. Use this page to align on focus, time investment, and how the roles reinforce each other. ## How they interact day to day * Unblocks teams quickly * Localizes policy guidance * Proves value with metrics * Surfaces real-world wins and friction * Keeps guardrails visible inside daily workflows * Scales it by applying the workflows everywhere ## Next steps ### Go deeper by role, or Your role should’ve been assigned to you, so explore the detailed guides for hands-on direction, role expectations, and onboarding steps. *Read more* *Read more* ### Go deeper by meeting your digital assistant Jump straight to exploring the first module of your chosen AI tool. *Read more* *Read more* *Read more*