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    AI for Everyone

    "Move Faster With AI: Free Tools, Real Wins."

    With Google Gemini & Google NotebookLM

    Building the bridge across the AI Divide — one workshop at a time.

    Thursday, February 26, 2026
    90 Minutes
    Virtual on Zoom
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    Clayton County Library YouTube
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    Optional In-Person: Northwest Branch
    Beginner-Friendly
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    100% Free
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    No Coding Required
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    Hands-On

    Think Like an Architect

    This 90-minute curriculum is designed as a system of systems. It doesn't just teach "how to use a tool"—it teaches a beginner how to think like an Architect using the free tools they already have access to.

    "I'm not here to show you a toy; I'm here to show you a system."

    Your Free AI Toolkit

    Two powerful, free tools. One unstoppable workflow.

    Google NotebookLM

    Your Grounded Researcher

    Upload any document and have an AI conversation grounded in your actual content—with citations. Turn long documents into audio overviews you can listen to anywhere.

    Google Gemini

    Your Creative Partner

    Move from research to execution. Gemini builds what you design—emails, plans, checklists, strategies—all from your instructions.

    Course Syllabus

    The Blueprint

    90 Minutes | Tools: NotebookLM + Google Gemini | Mission: Creating Leverage

    Part 1
    10 min

    The Opening: The Historical Divide

    In 1995, if you didn't have $1,500 for a computer, you fell behind. In 2026, the divide isn't about the cost of the computer—it's about the fluency of the user.

    AI is your new "Digital Staff"—and they work for free.

    Part 2
    25 min

    The Research Engine: NotebookLM & The ARC Loop

    NotebookLM is your Grounded Researcher. It only knows what you tell it.

    Framework: The ARC Loop

    A
    ADD: Upload an insurance policy, a YouTube video, or your business SOPs
    R
    RELATE: Ask the document a question—with clickable citations
    C
    COMMUNICATE: Turn a 40-page doc into a 5-minute "Podcast" you can listen to in the car
    Part 3
    25 min

    The Action Engine: Google Gemini & PerFCT Prompts

    Gemini is your Creative Partner. It builds what you design.

    Framework: The PerFCT Instruction Set

    Per
    Persona: "Act as a Patient Advocate" or "Act as a Business Strategist"
    F
    Format: "Give me a 3-bullet summary" or "Write an email to my boss"
    C
    Context: "I am a senior trying to lower my monthly premiums"
    T
    Task: "Create a step-by-step checklist"
    Part 4
    15 min

    The Handshake: How They Work Together

    This is the "Architect" move. This is the 10x leverage.

    Extract with ARC (NotebookLM) → Solve with PerFCT (Gemini). Take messy information, find the problems, then build the solutions.

    Part 5
    15 min

    The Arena: Lane-Specific Build Phase

    Everyone chooses their "Lane" and builds one thing before they leave. Business, Career, Student/Parent, or Senior—you pick your path.

    You won't just watch. You'll leave with something you built.

    Choose Your Lane

    Everyone picks a lane and builds one real thing before they leave. No passive listening—you click the buttons.

    The Business Lane

    Upload your competitor's website text into NotebookLM. Use Gemini to write a "What makes us different" email.

    The Career Lane

    Upload a job description. Use Gemini to tailor your resume to that specific role.

    The Student/Parent Lane

    Upload a textbook chapter. Generate a "Study Guide" and a "Practice Quiz" for the student.

    The Senior Lane

    Upload a legal notice or medical document. Ask: "What are the 3 actions I need to take this week?"

    The Mindset Shift

    Old Thinking:

    "Will AI replace me?"

    Architect Thinking:

    "How much faster can I move with this?"

    Every participant gives themselves permission to be a "Beginner Architect."

    Event Details

    When

    Thursday, February 26, 2026

    90 Minutes

    Where

    Virtual: Zoom + Clayton County Library YouTube

    Optional In-Person: Clayton County Library — Northwest Branch (limited seating)

    What You Need

    • A Google account (free)
    • A computer, tablet, or phone
    • Your curiosity and ideas

    Cost

    FREE

    Open to all Clayton County residents and beyond

    Ready to Become a Beginner Architect?

    Don't just learn about AI—build something with it before you leave.

    Thursday, February 26, 2026 • Free • No experience needed