November 2023 Newsletter

Volume 3 / Issue 11 / November 2023

 

7 New Features in Microsoft OneNote

A OneNote tutorial showing the top 7 Microsoft OneNote new features in Fall of 2023. OneNote Desktop 365 updates include the improved Quick Note, Graphing in Math, default Notes tab in Microsoft Teams, and lots more. Click here to see more.

How to Create Custom GPTs

ChatGPT has introduced a new option called GPTs. You can basically create custom ChatGPTs and train them with your own data and introductions, using the new GPT builder. Watch the full video here.

 

Using Copilot to Draft a Document

Need to draft a document in a flash? Copilot has got you covered! Watch this short video that shows how Copilot can help take document drafting from a headache to a snap of the fingers! Click here to watch.

Using Copilot to Get Up to Speed in Meetings

You can now use Copilot to catch you up when you arrived into Teams meetings late. Copilot can also help summarize information in meetings, explain concepts that you didn't understand, and more! Click here to watch.

 

Tech Tip: To Do App

In this video Leila Gharani shares her tips for neat and efficient note taking. You'll learn an effective note-taking technique for any type of work: The quadrant method. Whether it's for your work meetings, for your consulting projects, taking notes for school or even for your own personal projects- this method works wonders. Learn more here.

 

Leadership & Learning from Craig

Embracing the Future: ChatGPT and CoPilot's Latest Updates

Hey Everyone,

I am going a little “techy” this month with general ChatGPT and CoPilot Updates.  11.22.23 marks 1 year of ChatGPT’s release.  Yes, it has changed our world, but it’s only the beginning.  We must embrace this as it will adjust jobs, roles and business for sure.  Since Bing and Edge have CoPilot built in and it is using ChatGPT 4, I recommend using it 1 time a day everyday, so you start your journey.  Below are some general updates on both ChatGPT and CoPilot by Microsoft.

Introduction

As we move deeper into the 21st century, the landscape of artificial intelligence is continually evolving, reshaping how we interact with technology in our daily lives. Two of the most intriguing advancements come from OpenAI: ChatGPT and GitHub's CoPilot. Both have received significant updates, promising to revolutionize our approach to communication and coding respectively. Let's dive into what these updates entail and how they're set to change the game.

ChatGPT: Smarter Conversations

ChatGPT, known for its ability to generate human-like text, has become more intuitive and context-aware with its latest update. This leap forward enhances its conversational capabilities, making interactions seamless and more natural than ever. Here are the key updates:

Enhanced Understanding

The latest version boasts improved comprehension skills, allowing it to understand and respond to complex queries with greater accuracy. This means more nuanced conversations and reliable information for users.

Personalization

ChatGPT now remembers previous interactions within a session more effectively. This feature allows for more personalized and coherent conversations, a big step towards a truly interactive AI.

Broader Knowledge Base

The update has expanded ChatGPT's knowledge base, keeping it up-to-date with recent events and developments. This enhancement ensures that the information provided is current and relevant.

GitHub CoPilot: Revolutionizing Coding

GitHub's CoPilot, powered by AI, is not just a coding assistant anymore. With the latest update, it has transformed into a more sophisticated tool for developers. The update focuses on:

Improved Code Suggestions

CoPilot's ability to suggest code snippets has become more accurate and context-sensitive. This means less time debugging and more efficient coding, a advantage for developers worldwide.

Learning from Feedback

One of the most exciting updates is CoPilot's ability to learn from user feedback. This makes the tool progressively smarter, adapting to individual coding styles and preferences.

Integration and Compatibility

The update also includes better integration with various coding environments and languages, making CoPilot a versatile tool for a wide range of programming tasks.

The Impact

The implications of these updates are far-reaching. For ChatGPT, the enhancements mean richer and more effective interactions, applicable in customer service, education, and even day-to-day tasks. Meanwhile, CoPilot's update promises to make coding more accessible and efficient, potentially reducing the time and resources needed for software development.

Conclusion

The latest updates to ChatGPT and CoPilot mark a significant step in the evolution of AI, bringing us closer to a world where human and artificial intelligence work in unison. These tools are not just about technological advancement; they are about enhancing human potential and creativity. As we continue to explore the possibilities, one thing is clear: the future of AI is here, and it's more exciting than ever.

Action Items

  • Watch Satya Nadella at the Microsoft Annual Ignite Conference Here
  • If you haven’t started your journey to the Cloud (Microsoft Teams, Files to Teams, Chat, etc), start to prioritize this as you will want to take advantage of the new tools in the Office 365 stack
  • Use ChatGPT or CoPilot for ONE THING you are working on EVERY DAY
    • Apps are available for your mobile to use speech to text functionality
  • Start using Bing or Edge with CoPilot – it has ChatGPT 4 built in
    • Use the Mobile CoPilot or ChatGPT Apps for Recipes, Travel Itinerary’s,  email creation, or anything you are thinking you want to know.

Tech Tip: Microsoft Planner is part of your O365 subscription.  Remember to use Planner to keep your teams aligned on priorities.  Most communication issues come from not being aligned.  Take care…

Enjoy the Journey,
Craig C. Sroda


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