Mastering the AI Chat
Your AI tutor is here to help you learn, understand, and create. Get the most out of conversations with these tips and best practices.
Chat Features
Knowledge Base Context
AI answers are grounded in your uploaded materials for accurate, curriculum-specific responses.
Web Search
Enable web search to get up-to-date information from the internet when needed.
Code Execution
Run Python code directly in chat for calculations, visualizations, and data analysis.
File Analysis
Ask questions about specific files in your knowledge base for targeted help.
Effective Prompting
How you phrase your questions matters. Here are tips for better responses:
Good Examples
- "Explain the chain rule using the example from Chapter 3 of my calculus notes"
- "Can you help me solve this integral step by step: ∫x²sin(x)dx"
- "What are the key differences between TCP and UDP based on my networking lecture?"
Less Effective
- "Help me with math"
- "What is TCP?" (too broad)
- "Solve this" (missing context)
Be Specific
Include relevant details and context in your questions.
Reference Materials
Mention specific documents or sections when relevant.
Ask Follow-ups
Build on previous answers for deeper understanding.
Request Format
Ask for step-by-step, bullet points, or examples as needed.
Advanced Features
Frequently Asked Questions
Pro Tips
Use "Explain like..."
Ask the AI to explain concepts at different levels: "Explain like I'm a beginner" or "Explain at an advanced level."
Request Examples
Always ask for examples! "Can you show me 3 examples?" helps solidify understanding.
Generate Content
Use chat to create videos and courses! Ask "Create a video explaining..." or "Generate a course on..."