Introduction to AI for Genealogists

Are you curious about artificial intelligence but not sure where to start? You’re not alone, and today’s AI tools are more accessible and useful for genealogists than ever before.

Artificial intelligence has brought powerful new tools to family history research. AI can efficiently summarize documents, reliably extract information from large texts, and accelerate your research. In this talk, designed for those new to AI, you’ll discover which AI tools work best for genealogists, learn the basics of using a chatbot effectively, and start building a practical toolkit of AI skills for your family history. Mark will also highlight which of these powerful tools are available for free, so you can get started without breaking the bank. Along the way, you’ll learn where caution is critical and traditional research methods remain essential.

Join Mark for an accessible overview of AI’s potential and discover what these new capabilities could mean for your family history research.

For Event Organizers

The details below are provided to help you plan your event; they are not part of the talk description above.

  • Length: 60 to 90 minutes, including Q&A
  • Formats: Virtual or in-person presentation, or pre-recorded delivery (a recorded talk you play at your event)
  • Audience: Beginner; no AI experience required

Ready to bring this talk to your group? Click Check Availability below and tell me a little about your event.