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Diving Prompt First

A podcast exploring AI prompting techniques, strategies, and the future of human-AI interaction. Learn how to communicate effectively with AI and unlock its full potential.

Season 1: Season 1: Foundational Prompting Techniques

Explore the core prompting techniques that power effective AI interactions

12 Episodes

Episode 1: Introduction to Prompting

Understanding the fundamentals of AI prompting and why it matters. Learn how to communicate effectively with AI and unlock its full potential.

Episode 2: Comparing Chatbots and Rain Man

A unique comparison between the iconic character Rain Man and modern chatbots. Discover surprising parallels in their abilities and limitations, and learn key strategies to become an "AI whisperer."

Episode 4: Advanced Prompting Techniques

Exploring prompt chaining, self-consistency, and program-aided language models. Break complex tasks into manageable steps and enhance AI reasoning.

Episode 5: Chain-of-Thought Prompting

How AI thinks step by step to solve complex problems. Transform AI from a tool into a true problem-solving partner by showing its work and reasoning.

Episode 6: Tree-of-Thought Prompting

Strategic thinking for AI - mapping multiple solutions, self-evaluating, and prioritizing the most promising paths. Push AI beyond simple pattern recognition.

Episode 7: Meta Prompting

AI writing its own prompts. Explore how AI can create detailed instructions for itself, automate tasks, and become more self-sufficient in solving complex problems.

Episode 8: Automatic Prompt Engineering (APE)

A revolutionary method where AI learns to craft and improve its own prompts. Discover the three-step process: generate, evaluate, and refine for optimal results.

Episode 9: Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)

Tapping into real-time data for up-to-date AI answers. Learn how RAG solves the "outdated AI" problem by accessing Wikipedia, reports, and databases.

Episode 10: ReAct (Reason + Act) Prompting

Giving AI the ability to reason and act. Instead of just delivering answers, ReAct enables AI to search, solve, and learn on the go with clear reasoning traces.

Episode 11: Automatic Reasoning and Tool-use (ART)

Equipping AI to solve complex problems like humans with tool-use capabilities. AI plans, reasons, and acts like a detective, applying knowledge from previous solutions.

Episode 12: Self-Consistency

How AI evaluates multiple reasoning paths to find the most reliable solution. Think of it as AI brainstorming with itself, double-checking its work from different angles.

Season 2: Season 2: Advanced Prompting & AI Management

Deep dives into prompting techniques and managing AI systems effectively

24 Episodes

Episode 1: AI Prompting and Human Capital Communication Parallels

The Secret to Better AI Prompts? It's Human Communication! Discover how communication skills transfer to better AI interactions.

Episode 2: Automatic Prompt Engineer (APE)

Large Language Models Are Human-Level Prompt Engineers. Learn how AI can craft and improve its own prompts.

Episode 3: Automatic Reasoning and Tool-use (ART)

ART enables LLMs to decompose tasks into multiple steps and utilize external resources, improving their problem-solving capabilities.

Episode 4: Chain-of-Thought Prompting

Unraveling AI's Thought Process - how AI thinks step by step to solve complex problems.

Episode 5: Comparing Chatbots and Rain Man

Season 2 Premiere! A unique comparison between the iconic character Rain Man and modern chatbots. Discover surprising parallels and learn key strategies.

Episode 6: Comparing Managing LLMs with Managing Employees

Managing large language models is surprisingly akin to managing people. Learn how clear goals, feedback, and management styles lead to productive AI interactions.

Episode 7: Managing LLMs with Prompt Examples

Real-world prompt examples showing how to treat LLMs like literal-minded employees who thrive on clear direction and iterative feedback.

Episode 8: Few-Shot Prompting

Maximizing Context with Targeted Examples. Learn how to guide AI with strategic examples for better outputs.

Episode 9: Goal-Oriented Frameworks

Deep dive into how LLMs like ChatGPT are breaking new ground in solving real-world problems with advanced frameworks.

Episode 10: Real-Life Use Cases for Template-Defined AI Agents

How AI Agents Are Actually Being Used – Real-World Applications! Practical examples of template-based AI agents in action.

Episode 11: High-Level Guide to Templated AI Agent Creation

Want AI That Actually Works? Follow This 7-Step Blueprint! Complete guide to creating reliable AI agents.

Episode 12: Managing Contractors and AI - A Parallel Approach

Managing Contractors & AI: What's the Connection? Ever hired a contractor? Learn how those skills transfer to AI management.

Episode 13: Managing Digital and Human Capital - Key Parallels

Managing AI & People: The Key Overlaps. Managing digital capital isn't as futuristic as it sounds—it's remarkably similar to managing people.

Episode 14: Meta Prompting

Discover the Next Level of AI Interaction. AI writing its own prompts - automation and self-sufficiency at its finest.

Episode 15: Micro-Management as AI Prompting

Explore the fascinating and controversial parallels between micromanagement and effective AI prompting techniques.

Episode 16: Prompt Chaining

Building Complex Ideas, One Prompt at a Time. Connect multiple prompts for sophisticated AI workflows.

Episode 17: ReAct (Reason + Act) Prompting

ReAct enhances LLMs by enabling them to reason, plan, and interact with external tools and data sources dynamically.

Episode 18: Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)

A technique that enhances large language models by integrating them with external knowledge sources for up-to-date answers.

Episode 19: Self-Consistency

A technique that enhances reasoning capabilities by prompting LLMs to generate multiple reasoning paths and select the most reliable.

Episode 20: Self-Reflective Leadership

Managing Digital & Human Capital through self-reflective leadership practices that apply to both people and AI systems.

Episode 21: Tree-of-Thought Prompting

AI That Thinks Like We Do: Strategic thinking for AI - mapping multiple solutions and evaluating paths.

Episode 22: What is a Prompt?

What REALLY is a Prompt? Why Does it Matter? Fundamental understanding of prompts and their importance in AI interactions.

Episode 23: What is Prompt Engineering & Why Should You Care?

A comprehensive guide to prompt engineering, a crucial aspect of working with large language models.

Episode 24: Zero-Shot Prompting

Mastering the Art of Zero-Shot Responses - how to get great results without providing examples.

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About Diving Prompt First

Diving Prompt First is your guide to mastering AI communication. Each episode breaks down complex prompting techniques into practical, actionable insights that you can use immediately.

What You'll Learn

  • • Advanced prompting techniques
  • • AI reasoning and problem-solving
  • • Real-world AI applications
  • • Managing AI like managing people

Perfect For

  • • AI enthusiasts and practitioners
  • • Business leaders exploring AI
  • • Developers and engineers
  • • Anyone using ChatGPT or similar tools

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