ChatGPT and Beyond: How to Make Generative AI Work for You
Date & time
5 November 2025 | 18.30-20.30
What's on offer?
Since its public launch in late 2022, ChatGPT has been making headlines, and generative AI has rapidly become part of everyday life. From asking what to cook with the ingredients in your fridge, to seeing AI-written summaries at the top of your Google search results, to companies using AI to shortlist job candidates or power customer service chatbots, these tools are no longer futuristic…they’re here.
But how do they actually work? And how can you use them in ways that are creative, efficient, and responsible, especially as our working lives continue to evolve and change?
What's it about?
At this interactive event, you’ll:
Cut through the hype and discover what generative AI really can (and can’t) do
Explore real-world applications & develop new skills for work and everyday life
See how AI can support your ever-changing working life, from streamlining tasks to boosting creativity
Get hands-on practice writing effective prompts that get the results you want
Experiment with building your own custom GPT, tailored to your needs
Whether you’re curious, cautious, or completely new to AI, you’ll come away with practical tips, fresh insights, and the confidence to make generative AI work for you.
Who's leading the event?
Dr Doris Dippold's research explores how humans interact with AI technologies and how they are reshaping communication, working practices, and society. She is passionate about making complex ideas accessible and helping people engage critically and creatively with emerging technology.
Open to
Anyone who wants to learn more about Generative AI
Of particular interest to
As above
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