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In this episode of Sidecar Sync, hosts Amith and Mallory explore whether prompt engineering is becoming obsolete with advancements like Stanford’s DSPY and Zenbase, and discuss OpenAI’s upcoming Operator agent, which promises to revolutionize how AI integrates with workflows. From understanding effective communication with AI to weighing the risks and rewards of emerging AI agents, this episode is packed with actionable insights for professionals navigating AI-driven transformations.

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🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode
Stanford’s DSPY ➡ https://stanford.edu/dspy
Zenbase ➡ https://zenbase.io
OpenAI Operator ➡ https://openai.com
ChatGPT ➡ https://openai.com/chatgpt
Claude ➡ https://anthropic.com

Chapters
00:00 - Introduction
05:45 - Is Prompt Engineering Dead?
07:59 - The Evolution of AI Communication
14:15 - Cultivating Communication Skills & Creativity
18:42 - OpenAI Operator and its Upcoming Capabilities
23:42 - Privacy and Security Concerns with AI Agents
28:16 - Guidelines for Using AI Tools Safely
33:16 - Microsoft Copilot and Integrations for Associations
35:24 - Closing

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In this episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory dive deep into the world of AI agents and their transformative potential for associations. Amith shares insights from his keynote at Digital Now 2024, exploring the difference between models and agents, and why agents hold the key to unlocking significant ROI for associations. The discussion covers use cases like customer service and knowledge management, and how associations can get started with building their own agents. Whether it’s creating an efficient content workflow or enhancing member engagement, this episode breaks down practical steps for implementing AI agents that can automate complex processes, reduce costs, and elevate the member experience.

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🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
Microsoft Copilot ➡ https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/copilot
Zapier ➡ https://zapier.com
Member Junction ➡ https://memberjunction.org
Claude by Anthropic ➡ https://www.anthropic.com

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
02:10 - Recap of Digital Now 2024
07:47 - Why AI Agents Are Crucial for Associations
12:17 - Example of a Content Workflow Using AI Agents
21:18 - AI Agents for Customer Service: Klarna and Bell Canada
27:48 - Should Associations Combine Domain Expertise with Member Service?
37:26 - Who Can Build Enterprise AI Agents in Associations?
44:26 - Difference Between Automation and AI Agents
51:15 - Getting Started with an AI Data Platform
58:14 - Future of AI Agents in Associations

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In part two of this special audio-focused episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory dive into the innovative ways associations can leverage audio and AI to engage members and enhance accessibility. Amith discusses real-world applications of text-to-speech AI tools like ElevenLabs, exploring how associations can maintain a consistent brand voice across platforms, convert complex technical content into audio formats, and create interactive knowledge modules. The conversation also touches on the future potential of intelligent voice support and real-time translation, making association content more accessible worldwide. With real-world examples, they share how AI-driven audio solutions open doors to engagement, from enhanced sponsor content to democratized language access at global conferences.

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🎬 Sidecar Sync Ep. 47: Project Strawberry, Hugging Face Speech-to-Speech Model, & AI and Grid Infrastructure
https://youtu.be/lXcnx_HECes?si=7kVStK8JO09Qylfo

🎬 Sidecar Sync Ep. 47: Previewing digitalNow 2024, Google NotebookLM, and xRx Framework Explained
https://youtu.be/bpINBxVSM4s?si=vTx01nZyUWde22MT

🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
ElevenLabs ➡ https://elevenlabs.io/
Notebook LM ➡ https://notebooklm.google.com
HeyGen ➡ https://heygen.com

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction to Part Two
03:21 - Consistent Brand Voice Across Content
07:58 - Making Technical Content Accessible
13:16 - Sponsor Content Enhancement
15:32 - Capturing SME Knowledge Through Interactive Audio
18:35 - Intelligent Voice Support
26:07 - Breaking Language Barriers at Conferences
32:20 - AI as a Personal Communication Coach

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In this special two-part episode, hosts Amith and Mallory delve into the transformative power of AI-driven audio for associations. From voice synthesis to real-time translation, this discussion sets the foundation for an AI audio strategy, highlighting the latest advancements in voice technologies that improve accessibility and engagement. With tools like Eleven Labs and ChatGPT's Advanced Voice mode, Amith and Mallory explore how audio allows associations to communicate more dynamically and how it stands to change member engagement. Stay tuned for part two, where the focus shifts to practical association-specific applications!

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🎬 Sidecar Sync Ep. 47: Project Strawberry, Hugging Face Speech-to-Speech Model, & AI and Grid Infrastructure
https://youtu.be/lXcnx_HECes?si=7kVStK8JO09Qylfo

🎬 Sidecar Sync Ep. 47: Previewing digitalNow 2024, Google NotebookLM, and xRx Framework Explained
https://youtu.be/bpINBxVSM4s?si=vTx01nZyUWde22MT

🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
Eleven Labs ➡️ https://beta.elevenlabs.io/
ChatGPT Advanced Voice Mode ➡️ https://chat.openai.com/
Hugging Face Speech-to-Speech ➡️ https://huggingface.co/
Google Notebook LM ➡️ https://labs.withgoogle.com/notebooklm

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction
02:45 - The Impact of AI on Communication in Associations
05:24 - Audio vs. Text: Conveying Richness with AI
08:48 - Key AI Audio Technologies Explained
11:40 - Barriers to AI Audio Adoption for Associations
16:30 - Real-Life Examples and Successes with AI Audio
21:36 - Notable Advancements in AI-Driven Voice Technology
28:16 - Demo of Betty, the AI Knowledge Agent with Voice
33:49 - The Future of AI Audio in Associations

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In this episode of Sidecar Sync, hosts Amith and Mallory dive deep into two groundbreaking AI innovations—HeyGen’s interactive avatars and Claude’s new computer use feature. They explore how these tools could revolutionize the way associations handle meetings, customer interactions, and even website management. With live examples and hands-on experiences, they assess the future of AI avatars in the business world and break down how Claude’s ability to control a computer can streamline tasks. Tune in to hear how these advancements could transform your association’s operations and member experience.

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🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

HeyGen ➡ https://www.heygen.com
Claude ➡ https://www.anthropic.com/index/claude

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction
02:07 - digitalNow Preview
06:38 - HeyGen’s Instant Avatars
10:20 - Real-Time AI Translation and Dubbing Tools
18:21 - Applications of AI in Learning and Onboarding
21:03 - Claude’s New Computer Use Feature Explained
28:52 - The Future of AI-Powered Assistants

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In this episode of Sidecar Sync, Amith and Mallory delve into the latest in AI innovation. They kick things off with an in-depth discussion on Meta's new Llama 3.2 model, highlighting its capabilities for on-device AI and vision tasks. Then, the conversation shifts to digital twins—virtual replicas used to simulate real-world entities. Amith explains how this technology can be a game-changer for associations, from optimizing conferences to creating personalized member experiences. Tune in to explore AI’s expanding role in reshaping association strategies.

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🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
MemberJunction Library ➡ https://docs.memberjunction.org/
Llama 3.2 ➡ https://huggingface.co/meta
ChatGPT-4 ➡ https://openai.com
Claude 3.5 ➡ https://www.anthropic.com
Gemini 2.0 ➡ https://www.google.com

🎬 Sidecar Sync Ep. 48: Unlocking AI-Powered Insights from Unstructured Data
https://youtu.be/QyPV7A6VRn4?si=4hYpUofgvZXriqR5

🎬 Sidecar Sync Ep. 35: Understanding Vectors & Embeddings
https://youtu.be/IUEpRW-UUSs?si=MRkUXp7ihrCbnhhv

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction
02:31 - Digital Now Conference Update
05:44 - Meta’s Llama 3.2
09:50 - AI at the Edge: On-Device Benefits and Privacy
14:48 - Vision Capabilities in Llama 3.2 Models
20:21 - Which AI Model is Best for Complex Use Cases?
23:48 - What Are Digital Twins?
31:59 - Applying Digital Twins in Associations
36:42 - Optimizing Member Experiences Using AI

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In this week’s episode of Sidecar Sync, hosts Amith and Mallory dive into two exciting AI innovations: ChatGPT Canvas and Microsoft Copilot’s Wave 2 updates. They break down how these tools can enhance productivity and transform workflows in associations and beyond. From the advanced features of ChatGPT Canvas, enabling real-time edits and content creation, to Microsoft Copilot’s newest collaborative capabilities, including Excel’s Python integration and Copilot Pages, this episode provides actionable insights for AI-powered productivity. Whether you're exploring AI for content transformation or team collaboration, this episode covers it all!

digitalNow Conference 2024
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🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

ChatGPT Canvas ➡ https://openai.com
Microsoft Copilot ➡ https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/copilot
Anthropic Claude ➡ https://www.anthropic.com
Replit ➡ https://replit.com
Cursor ➡ https://www.cursor.com
Sidecar Sync Ep. 48: Unlocking AI-Powered Insights from Unstructured Data ➡ https://youtu.be/QyPV7A6VRn4?si=cZMnmFNYeE3Lkcew

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction
02:15 - Hurricane Update & AI Weather Forecasting
05:58 - ChatGPT Canvas
08:00 - Live Demo of ChatGPT Canvas Features
13:42 - Further Applications
27:00 - Content Transformation: Quality vs. Quantity
34:16 - Microsoft Copilot’s Wave 2 Highlights
32:45 - Content Strategy for Associations
43:13 - The Future for AI Tools
52:40 - Closing

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In this milestone 50th episode of Sidecar Sync, hosts Amith Mallory celebrate the show's journey while diving into exciting new developments. They explore the enhanced AI Learning Hub 2.0, which now includes a professional certification, and discuss the importance of continuous AI education for associations. Plus, they introduce spatial intelligence, a game-changing area in AI, and share insights from Fei-Fei Li’s groundbreaking work. Tune in for a fascinating look at the future of AI in the association world, and join the celebration of 50 episodes!

🎉 digitalNow 2024 Contest:

Post about this episode on LinkedIn! Share something you learned or a cool tool you're going to try, tag Sidecar (https://www.linkedin.com/company/sidecar-global/), and tag #digitalNow. Each post is an entry, and two winners will receive free passes to digitalNow 2024.

Note: Every post counts as one entry. The contest ends on October 4th.

🔗 https://www.digitalnowconference.com/

🛠 AI Tools and Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
NotebookLM ➡ https://notebooklm.google.com
AI Learning Hub ➡ https://sidecarlearninghub.com
The a16z Podcast ➡ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a16z-podcast/id842818711

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
02:10 - Celebrating 50 Episodes
06:20 - Introducing the AI Learning Hub 2.0
12:36 - The Value of Continuous AI Education
19:18 - Fei-Fei Li and the Future of Spatial Intelligence
21:35 - How Spatial Intelligence is Changing AI
28:58 - The Future of Training Models
37:47 - Contest Announcement and Final Thoughts

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Mallory Mejias is the Manager at Sidecar, and she's passionate about creating opportunities for association professionals to learn, grow, and better serve their members using artificial intelligence. She enjoys blending creativity and innovation to produce fresh, meaningful content for the association space.

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