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Part 1: Prompt engineering: The Art of Delegating to Generative AI

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Ever wondered why some people get spot-on, helpful responses from AI, while others end up with vague or confusing answers? It’s not just luck—it’s the power of good prompting. The way you ask the AI to do something matters—a lot. This is part one of a three-part series where we’ll explore what prompt engineering is and the different techniques you can use to guide AI effectively. Part two will cover the constituents of a prompt. In part thre, we’ll dive into how to create great prompts—with practical tips and examples to help you get the most out of AI. What is prompt engineering? So, what exactly is prompt engineering? It’s the art of telling an AI model what you want it to do. But why is it called an art—and yes, also a science? Because the way you frame your request can completely change the quality, accuracy, and usefulness of the response. To understand why prompting is such a big deal, you first need to know how these AI models actually work. The popular chat companions we’ve all...

5 Skills to Work Better with AI

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  AI is everywhere, and it’s here to stay. From virtual assistants to powerful decision-making tools, AI is shaping the way we work and interact with technology. But simply using AI isn’t enough—you need to understand how to make the most of it. Many people, even in everyday interactions with AI-powered tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, or DeepSeek, struggle to get the results they expect. This isn’t because AI is flawed, but because working effectively with it requires a certain set of skills. Knowing how to phrase your queries, provide the right context, and interpret AI’s responses can make all the difference. Whether you use AI for work, creativity, or problem-solving, keeping these five key skills in mind will help you unlock its true potential. 1. Know Where to Use AI AI isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. While it excels at processing vast amounts of data and analyzing lengthy documents, it’s not always necessary—or even useful—in every situation. It’s not a magic wand, and unders...
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When Machines Take the Lead: The Case for Rules India, as the world’s largest digitally connected democracy, is moving forward at an incredible pace—but with growth comes its own set of challenges. Take the case of Sunil Bharti Mittal, Chairman of Bharti Enterprises. He recently shared a startling experience reported by The Economic Times . A scammer used AI to clone his voice and called one of his executives in Dubai, trying to authorize a large money transfer. The voice was so convincing that even Mittal himself was left stunned when he heard the recording. Stories like this show just how urgently we need laws to protect us from the darker side of AI and other digital technologies, so they can truly serve us for the better. Why the need for a legislation AI is already part of our everyday lives, often working quietly behind the scenes without us even noticing. While this powerful technology brings incredible opportunities, it also comes with risks we can’t afford to ignore. From bia...