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Week 7 - BALT 4396 - How to create a ChatBot for Homework Help

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       In this recent digital age, many students often seek instant academic help, making AI-powered chatbots a wonderful tool for homework support. When developing a Chatbot to assist students many steps should be taken before going into development.     The first step is to Define your Chatbot's purpose. So decide what subjects your chatbot will cover, math, science, history, etc. You will also have to determine if the bot will provide direct answers, step-by-step solutions, or additional learning resources.  The next step will consist of choosing the platform you would like your chatbot to be developed and accessed. When participating in this step there are many platforms to choose from such as ChatGpt, RASA, and Microsoft Bot. For the third step developing a strong knowledge base is very important because your bot will need a strong database of information. Integrating it with sources like Khan Academy, and other specific textbooks will help t...

Week 6 - BALT 4396 - Using AI to Expand your Business

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                                                       Using AI to Expand Your Business This week we were given a prompt to create a bot to help us in everyday life. Creating a bot can be very interesting especially when you have no idea what kind of information your bot will provide you. Expanding a business is an exciting but challenging endeavor. Whether you’re looking to open a new location, introduce new products, or tap into a new market, growth requires careful planning and strategic execution. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you expand your business successfully.  Assess Your Current Business Performance Before expanding, ensure that your existing business is financially stable and operating efficiently. Analyze your financial statements, customer feedback, and market trends to identify growth opportuni...

Week 5 - BALT 4396 - Leaning Into Automation: Reality vs Hype

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     The rise of artificial intelligence (A.I.) in the workplace has sparked widespread debate about job displacement. However, evidence suggests that most large companies are not replacing workers en masse. Instead, A.I. is enhancing efficiency, improving services, and assisting employees in complex tasks rather than fully automating jobs. A study by Stanford economist Erik Brynjolfsson found that A.I. significantly boosted productivity in customer service roles by handling simpler tasks, like structuring conversations, but it did not eliminate human involvement entirely. This aligns with broader industry trends—A.I. is augmenting human work rather than replacing it outright, at least for now. However, Klarna’s approach stands out. CEO Sebastian Siemiatkowski has publicly claimed that A.I. allowed the company to reduce its customer service staff by hundreds while maintaining efficiency. But a deeper look reveals that Klarna had been using humans for tasks many competitor...