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Date: 9 January 2025 (via Zoom)
Time: 7:00 to 8:30 pm (Central Time)
Description: “Ancestors, AI and Prompt Engineering: Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Genealogy.” The program is for people who have not already used AI tools but want to learn about them and how to start using them, AND for those who are already using the tools to share ideas about how to be more effective and expand their use. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has already been used in the realm of genealogy, with major success in indexing records as well as colorizing and animating photographs. Learn from Dr. Margaret M. McMahon, a computer science, engineering, and cybersecurity professor, how AI products can assist you in your genealogical endeavors. Find out how to use AI in your research and writing, as well as its limitations.
Host: The Fox Valley Genealogical Society. The presentation is open to the public, and registration is required. Information about registering can be found here.
Featured Presentations
“Crash Course on Researching Ancestors in the US Military.” Join Genealogist Margaret M. McMahon, Ph.D., to learn how to use online resources and strategies to research your ancestors’ US Military service. The class will also include information about how to use military archives in your research.
“Crash Course on Using Fold3.” The Fold3 database is a valuable genealogical and historical resource containing a vast collection of digitized U.S. military records from the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). Discover how to navigate Fold3 to access these extensive collections and learn effective strategies to locate records that are useful for your genealogical research.
“Genealogy: First Steps in Irish Research.” Embark on your journey to uncover your Irish heritage. This presentation provides essential guidance for tracing your Irish ancestry, including where to search for valuable information in the United States and an overview of key Irish records and online resources.
“Creating an Individualized Genealogical Educational Plan.” Whether your goal is to become a professional genealogist, to better understand an ancestor’s life or break down your own brick walls, your own educational plan can help you focus on what you want to learn. Having an individualized education plan clarifies your goals as well as providing accountability. Explore the types of resources that are available to use, and how to put together your own plan.
“Ancestors, AI and Prompt Engineering: Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Genealogy.” The program is for people who have not already used AI tools but want to learn about them and how to start using them, AND for those who are already using the tools to share ideas about how to be more effective and expand their use. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has already been used in the realm of genealogy, with major success in indexing records as well as colorizing and animating photographs. Learn from Dr. Margaret M. McMahon, a computer science, engineering, and cybersecurity professor, how AI products can assist you in your genealogical endeavors. Find out how to use AI in your research and writing, as well as its limitations.
STAY TUNED for more events in 2025!
