This chapter explores the accessibility of generative AI tools in programming environments like VS Code, emphasizing their potential to simplify coding tasks and reduce learning curves. The speakers share practical tips for integrating AI with databases and APIs, showcasing real-life applications that enhance productivity. They also discuss the introduction of Project Mercury and custom GPTs, highlighting how these innovations can transform automation processes and personal interactions.
In this episode, Chrissy LeMaire discusses AI, her experience at PSConfEU, and her return to in-person speaking after a 5-year break. She provides an update on her book, "Generative AI for the IT Professional," and shares insights into leveraging AI beyond just conversing with ChatGPT. Chrissy also showcases a couple of interesting use cases involving AI.
Guest Bio and links:
Vaguely French Developer in Europe, PS & SQL MVP, inaugural GitHub Star, got a master's degree in Systems Engineering. She’s also certified in SQL Server, Linux, SharePoint and network security.
PowerShell Podcast Home page: https://www.pdq.com/resources/the-powershell-podcast/
PowerShell Pro Tips - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K95ovoMh170
https://youtu.be/JgqbR-7O7TI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxE61LdyyD8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=859KWL6vcms&list=PLfeA8kIs7CoftSa3hQ9dQseIxdSMBZO_z&index=7
https://www.manning.com/books/generative-ai-for-the-it-pro
https://github.com/mkht/PSOpenAI
http://dbatools.ai
http://privacy.openai.com
https://gist.github.com/potatoqualitee/3a0554fbab9a73e3f747f733da1198fb
https://github.com/potatoqualitee/finetuna
https://blog.netnerds.net/2024/06/ai-presentation-lessons-learned/
https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=chrissylemaire.vscode-theme-2024
https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=chrissylemaire.assistants-chat-extension