ChatGPT and the next wave of AI chatbots - a Power Hour with Phil Bradley

AI chatbots are evolving at an astonishing pace, with new players like DeepSeek and Qwen joining the ranks of ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini. ChatGPT itself has undergone major improvements, making it more powerful, nuanced, and capable than ever. What worked last month may already be outdated—understanding these tools is no longer optional; it’s essential.

In this fast-moving Power Hour, we’ll cut through the hype and get straight to what you need to know. You'll explore how chatbots actually work, their strengths, their limitations, and—most crucially—how to get the best results from them. From crafting effective prompts to leveraging AI for search, content creation, and data analysis, you’ll gain hands-on strategies that you can apply immediately.

We’ll cover:

Ø The latest advancements in ChatGPT, including custom GPTs and multimodal capabilities

Ø How to compare and make the most of different chatbots, including free vs. paid versions

Ø Practical applications in libraries—summarizing sources, interrogating databases, and more

Ø Generating text, images, and structured data with AI

Ø Critical evaluation: where chatbots excel and where they still fall short

Ø AI is not standing still, and neither can we. This session will equip you with up-to-the-minute knowledge so you can stay ahead of the curve. Don't miss out—if you’re not keeping up, you’re already behind!