Why a Live Workshop Makes the Difference
AI tools are evolving every week, and the opportunity to leverage them has never been greater. At Neighborhood Insights, our entire data science and marketing practice was built on these tools. Now that same playbook is being shared in a structured, supportive environment designed for those just getting started.
Questions are answered in the moment, not left in a comment section. The live format ensures every participant can engage directly, ask for clarification, and receive personalized guidance throughout the session.
Free resources like YouTube tutorials and blog posts are excellent starting points — we even publish some ourselves. This workshop builds on that foundation by connecting the dots into one cohesive system, so every tool has a clear purpose and place in a real workflow.
Participants leave with working projects, not just notes. The small cohort format means there is space for collaboration, discussion, and the kind of engagement that turns understanding into real capability.
Two Days to a Stronger AI Foundation
The Generative AI Toolkit is a live, hands-on, instructor-led introductory workshop. Over 16 focused hours, participants build real projects using the exact tools that power Neighborhood Insights' data science and marketing services. This curriculum is informed by bachelor's and master's-level coursework in information systems, data analytics, and digital strategy.
The workshop is designed for those just getting started. No prior AI experience is needed. We begin from the fundamentals and build toward confident, practical use — covering research, content creation, website development, and task automation. These are the same workflows used to deliver community insight reports, build web platforms, and run marketing campaigns for our clients in Dallas and beyond.
What Makes This Workshop Different
- Live instruction with real-time Q&A and direct engagement with the instructor
- Hands-on exercises so participants leave with working projects, not just theory
- Small cohort size (max 20) ensuring every question receives personalized attention
- Practical focus on real-world workflows grounded in professional experience and academic rigor
The Complete AI Toolkit — Covered from the Ground Up
No prior AI experience is needed. Participants are guided through four categories of essential AI tools — the same stack used at Neighborhood Insights to deliver data science, web development, and marketing services for real clients. The workshop covers when to use each tool, how they connect, and provides hands-on experience with all of them.
Large Language Models (LLMs)
The foundation of modern AI. These are the "brains" you talk to for writing, planning, strategy, and problem-solving.
ChatGPT
The most popular AI assistant. Learn advanced prompting for content, strategy, client communication, and task automation.
Gemini
Google's powerful multimodal AI. Great for analysis, long-context research, and integration with Google Workspace.
Claude
Known for natural, nuanced responses. Excellent for detailed writing, research synthesis, and complex reasoning.
Microsoft Copilot
AI built into the tools you already use. Get help writing, summarizing, and creating across Microsoft 365, Windows, and the web.
Building Tools (Coding & Development)
Turn ideas into real websites and applications — no coding background required. These tools write code for you.
v0
AI-powered UI generation. Describe what you want, and v0 builds a production-ready front-end in minutes.
Cursor
An AI-native code editor. Write in plain English, and Cursor generates, edits, and debugs code for you.
Claude Code
AI-assisted coding and debugging for complex web projects. Great for backend logic and refactoring.
GitHub Copilot
AI pair programmer that lives in your editor. Real-time code suggestions, completions, and refactoring.
Lovable
AI-powered full-stack app builder. Describe your app idea, and Lovable builds it from front to back.
Replit
Cloud-based development with built-in AI. Build, test, and deploy apps without installing anything locally.
OpenAI Codex
Natural-language-to-code generation. Rapid prototyping, automation scripting, and full development workflows.
MCP (Model Context Protocol)
Connect AI models to your tools and data. The protocol that lets AI assistants interact with your systems.
Learning & Research Resources
Go beyond Google. These tools help you research faster, synthesize information, and experiment with AI privately.
Perplexity
AI-powered research assistant. Get sourced answers for market analysis, competitive intel, and data gathering.
NotebookLM
Google's AI research notebook. Upload documents and PDFs, and it synthesizes them into structured insights.
LM Studio
Run open-source AI models on your own computer. Experiment privately without sending data to the cloud.
AI Automation Tools & AI Agents
Set it and forget it. Build automated workflows and AI agents that handle repetitive tasks while you sleep.
OpenClaw
Workflow automation platform. Connect your tools and build AI-powered workflows that run automatically.
How These Tools Work Together
There is no need to memorize all of this — everything is walked through step-by-step. By the end of Day 2, participants understand exactly when to use each tool and how they connect: think with ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, or Microsoft Copilot, research with Perplexity and NotebookLM, design with v0 or Lovable, build with Cursor, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, or OpenAI Codex, experiment locally with LM Studio, and automate with OpenClaw. This is the exact pipeline used to build neighborhoodinsights.com and deliver client projects. The complete system is covered from the ground up.
Your Two-Day Workshop Agenda
Each day runs for 8 hours with built-in breaks. Every session includes a live demonstration followed by a hands-on exercise where participants apply what has just been covered.
Day 1 — Foundations & Core AI Tools
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9:00 AM
Welcome & AI Landscape Overview Where AI stands today, what matters for your business, and the mindset shift required to leverage it effectively.
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10:00 AM
Mastering ChatGPT for Business Advanced prompting, personas, chain-of-thought techniques, and real-world use cases for IT and web services.
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12:00 PM
Lunch Break 60-minute break.
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1:00 PM
AI-Powered Research with Perplexity & NotebookLM Competitive analysis, market research, lead sourcing, and document synthesis at scale — the same methods we use for Neighborhood Insights demographic research.
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2:30 PM
Building Applications with v0 & Lovable Go from a text description to a polished, responsive front-end or full-stack app. Real project: build a client landing page in under 30 minutes.
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4:00 PM
Hands-On Lab & Day 1 Wrap-Up Apply the day's tools to a guided mini-project. Q&A and preview of Day 2.
Day 2 — Advanced Workflows & Automation
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9:00 AM
Day 1 Recap & AI Coding Foundations Review key concepts and prepare for a deep dive into AI-assisted development.
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9:30 AM
Building with Claude Code, Copilot & OpenAI Codex AI pair programming, code generation, debugging, and refactoring workflows using multiple coding assistants for real projects.
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11:30 AM
Full-Stack Development with Replit Rapid prototyping, deployment, and collaboration using Replit's AI-powered cloud IDE.
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12:30 PM
Lunch Break 60-minute break.
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1:30 PM
Local AI & Multimodal Workflows: LM Studio & Gemini Run models privately on your own hardware with LM Studio and leverage Gemini's multimodal capabilities for analysis, writing, and code generation.
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3:00 PM
Business Automation with OpenClaw Connect your tools, automate repetitive tasks, and build AI-powered workflows that run while you sleep.
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4:00 PM
Capstone Project: End-to-End AI Workflow Combine every tool from the workshop to research, plan, build, and deploy a real project from scratch.
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5:00 PM
Closing & Next Steps Your personalized AI adoption roadmap, resource access, and how to stay connected with the cohort.
How AI Helps You Win More Clients
Tools are only valuable when they drive real business outcomes. This workshop covers how to apply AI across three stages of client acquisition — the same approach that powers Neighborhood Insights' data science and marketing services every day.
Get Discovered
Before anyone hires a business, they need to find it. The workshop covers how AI can be used to create SEO-optimized content, generate targeted outreach, and build a visible online presence — the same strategies behind our Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) services.
Build Connection
People buy from people they connect with. The workshop explores how AI can be used to craft authentic messaging, build a consistent brand voice across channels, and create content that resonates — the same methods applied for our marketing clients.
Prove Your Value
Credibility is earned by delivering results. Participants build live projects during the workshop that can be showcased immediately as proof of capability, turning new skills into client-winning portfolio pieces.
Your Investment
One flat price. No upsells. No hidden fees. Everything needed to get started with AI in a structured, supportive environment.
16 hours of live instruction over 2 days via Zoom
- Live, interactive Zoom sessions with real-time Q&A
- Hands-on projects you keep as portfolio pieces
- Full session recordings delivered within 48 hours
- Slide decks, prompt templates, and resource guides
- Access to the private alumni community
- Post-workshop email support for 30 days
- Lifetime access to course material updates
Spots are limited. Next cohort begins soon.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Neighborhood Insights
Neighborhood Insights is a data science and digital strategy consultancy based in Dallas, TX. Founded in 2025, we help entrepreneurs, organizations, and communities make smarter decisions with data. Our work sits at the intersection of technology, research, and practical business growth.
The Data Science Division specializes in demographic analysis, community research, predictive modeling, and data visualization. The Marketing Division delivers comprehensive strategies from brand identity to Generative Engine Optimization (GEO). This workshop was created because the AI landscape moves faster than anyone can keep up with alone — and talented professionals deserve a structured, expert-led path to get started.
The curriculum is informed by bachelor's and master's-level coursework in information systems, data analytics, and digital strategy, and distills hundreds of hours of real-world experimentation into a focused, two-day experience.
Questions? Reach out at christian@neighborhoodinsights.org.
Looking for More Advanced Training?
This workshop is designed as an introductory course, but the learning does not have to stop here. For those seeking deeper expertise — advanced prompt engineering, custom model fine-tuning, enterprise AI integration, or specialized industry applications — we offer tailored training built on the same academic and professional foundation.
We also share free AI resources, tutorials, and walkthroughs on our YouTube channel to support ongoing learning at every level.
Reach out at christian@neighborhoodinsights.org to discuss advanced training options, or contact us through the website.
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