Module 1: Introduction to Prompt Engineering
1.1 What is Prompt Engineering?
Definition: It is the art of formulating questions, instructions or requests clearly and precisely so that AI tools better understand what is required.
Benefits: Improves the quality of responses and suggestions, optimizes workflow and facilitates problem resolution.
1.2 Why focus on ChatGPT and Microsoft 365 Copilot?
ChatGPT: A conversational assistant capable of generating texts, resolving doubts and providing information in multiple areas.
Microsoft 365 Copilot: A tool integrated into Microsoft 365 applications that assists in the creation of documents, presentations, data analysis, and more, improving productivity and efficiency.
1.3 Course objectives
Learn best practices for interacting with ChatGPT and Microsoft 365 Copilot.
Learn to write prompts that generate useful and accurate responses.
Develop skills to integrate both tools into everyday and productivity tasks.
Module 2: ChatGPT Fundamentals
2.1 Basic Principles of Good Interaction
Clarity: Formulate questions or instructions using simple and direct language.
Context: Include additional information or examples that frame the topic.
Specificity: Detail what you need to avoid ambiguity.
2.2 Practical Examples in ChatGPT
Request for information: Example: "Explain to me in a simple way what artificial intelligence is."
Writing texts: Example: "Help me write a formal email requesting information about a product."
Creativity and project help: Example: "Suggest ideas for organizing a virtual networking event."
2.3 Practice and Feedback
Practical exercises: Participants will ask different types of questions and instructions and evaluate the responses of ChatGPT.
Analysis: Reflect on how small changes in the prompt can significantly alter the response.
Module 3: Fundamentals for Microsoft 365 Copilot
3.1 Getting to know Microsoft 365 Copilot
What is Microsoft 365 Copilot: A productivity assistant that integrates into applications like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, helping you generate content, analyze data, and optimize daily tasks.
Advantages: Time savings, increased productivity and assistance in creating quality documents and presentations.
3.2 How to Formulate Prompts for Microsoft 365 Copilot
Clear instructions: Describe precisely the task you want to perform.
Example: "Create an executive summary of this 10-page document."
Context in the request: Provide details about the style, target audience, or desired format.
Using examples and templates: If you have a format in mind, include it to guide Copilot.
3.3 Practical Examples in Microsoft 365 Copilot
Content generation in Word: Example: "Write a sales report for the last quarter with a focus on growth and areas for improvement."
Data Analysis in Excel: Example: "Create a bar chart that shows the evolution of monthly sales from this data."
Creating PowerPoint presentations: Example: "Design a 5-slide presentation on the benefits of digital transformation for a company."
Module 4: Practical Workshop and Integrated Exercises
4.1 Exercises for ChatGPT
Activity 1: Create different prompts to obtain summaries, explanations and writing suggestions.
Activity 2: Compare ChatGPT responses by modifying small details in the prompt and analyze which changes improve the response.
4.2 Exercises for Microsoft 365 Copilot
Activity 1: Use Copilot in Word to generate and edit a report document.
Activity 2: Apply Copilot in Excel to transform data into clear and understandable graphics.
Activity 3: Design a PowerPoint presentation using Copilot's suggestions for structuring visual and textual content.
4.3 Tool Integration
Use case: Develop a mini-project using ChatGPT to generate document content and Microsoft 365 Copilot to format it, analyze data, and create a final presentation.
Group feedback: Share experiences and discuss how to improve prompt writing in both environments.
Module 5: Best Practices and Final Tips
5.1 Tips for ChatGPT
Be specific and clear: Avoid ambiguity and provide examples where necessary.
Iterate and adjust: If the answer isn't what you expected, modify your question slightly or add more context.
Learn from every interaction: Observe how the response changes with prompt adjustments and note best practices.
5.2 Tips for Microsoft 365 Copilot
Define your objectives well: Detail what you expect Copilot to generate or modify in each application.
