Using Google Gemini

Effective use of Gemini depends on more than entering a question and reviewing the response. The model you choose, the instructions you provide, and the way you verify the result all influence the quality and usefulness of the work it produces.

This workshop introduces a practical method for using Gemini with greater confidence and control. Participants will learn how to navigate Gemini’s interface and model options, write prompts that produce more dependable results, and apply research and verification practices that make AI-assisted work easier to evaluate and defend.

Designed for both newcomers and those who want to strengthen their existing skills, the session moves beyond casual experimentation and focuses on applying Gemini deliberately to real professional and personal tasks

This workshop is the entry point to the Gemini track and is followed by Everyday Work with Gemini and Building Reliable Gems & Repeatable Workflows.

Participants will learn to:

• Choose the right Gemini model for the task rather than defaulting to the most capable option
• Understand which Gemini models and features are available through a personal Google account or an organization-managed Google Workspace account, and how that affects what you can do
• Decide what information is appropriate to enter into Gemini based on the type of account being used and the organization’s data policies
• Write clear, structured prompts that produce useful, reviewable results more quickly
• Identify why a response missed the mark and adjust the specific part of the prompt, context, or model choice responsible
• Match the depth of research to the question and verify the sources, claims, and conclusions Gemini provides