GDG Sydney X GDG on Campus Australian Institute of Higher Education, presents a Build with AI Hands-on Workshop to build your own AI-Powered learning assistant with Gemini

In this hands-on workshop, you'll build an AI-powered application that generates personalised learning materials using Google's Gemini Pro model. By specifying a topic, learning style (visual, auditory, or kinesthetic), and desired output (summary, quiz, or examples), participants will create dynamic educational content tailored to their individual needs.

This session will guide you through prompt engineering techniques, AI content adaptation, and deployment on Google Cloud, showcasing how generative AI can transform learning experiences.

In this hands-on workshop we'll dive deep into the transformative potential of Generative AI in education by guiding participants through the creation of a personalised learning content generator powered by Google's cutting-edge Gemini Pro model. Participants will learn how to craft effective prompts that instruct Gemini to generate tailored learning materials based on individual preferences. The workshop will cover the fundamental principles of prompt engineering, demonstrating how to adapt content for various learning styles such as visual, auditory, and kinesthetic, and to generate diverse educational outputs including summaries, quizzes, and illustrative examples. By integrating with Google Cloud Platform's Vertex AI, attendees will gain firsthand experience in leveraging AI to create dynamic and engaging learning experiences.

Beyond the technical implementation, this workshop will explore the pedagogical implications and ethical considerations surrounding AI-driven personalised learning. Participants will learn practical techniques for interacting with the Gemini Pro API using Python. The workshop will also touch upon strategies for evaluating the quality and relevance of AI-generated educational content and iterating on prompts to achieve optimal results. By the end of this session, attendees will possess a foundational understanding of how to harness the power of GenAI to create more adaptive and effective learning tools, paving the way for innovation in educational technology.

Learning Objectives

• Learn how to use Gemini to generate customised educational content.
• Adapt AI-generated content to different learning preferences.
• Master prompt engineering techniques for personalised learning materials.
• Deploy your AI-powered tool on Google Cloud for scalability and real-world applications.

Workshop Content

1. Getting Started with Google Cloud
1. Creating a Google Cloud project and enabling the Vertex AI API.
2. Setting up your development environment (Cloud Shell or local setup).
2. Developing AI-Powered Learning Materials
1. Defining learning styles and user needs.
2. Crafting prompt templates for personalised content generation.
3. Integrating Gemini Pro using the Vertex AI Python SDK.
4. Step-by-step Python code walkthrough.
3. Optimising AI Responses and Ethical Considerations
1. Testing and refining prompts for best results.
2. Addressing biases, ethical AI usage, and real-world applications.

Pre-requisites

• Basic Python Programming: Familiarity with Python syntax and fundamental programming concepts.
• Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Fundamentals: Basic understanding of GCP services and navigation.
• Basic API Knowledge: Understanding how to send API requests and handle responses.
• Laptop 💻 Required: Bring your device for hands-on coding exercises.

Google Cloud credits will be provided.

Why Attend?

✅ Gain hands-on experience with AI-powered content generation.

✅ Learn practical AI skills you can apply immediately.

✅ Connect with fellow developers, AI enthusiasts, and industry experts.

✅ Enjoy food, drinks, and valuable networking opportunities.

Don’t miss this chance to explore Generative AI with Gemini! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced developer, this workshop has something for everyone.

About the speaker Anupam
Anupam Phoghat is a Google Developer Expert and the Founder & CTO of Nebulous Action, a cutting-edge consulting company helping organisations navigate their digital transformation journeys. With deep consulting experience across enterprise IT, Anu is a T-shaped consultant—broadly skilled across various domains, with deep expertise in platform engineering and AI. A strong advocate for Google Cloud technologies, Anu has created several in-demand online courses on platforms like KodeKloud, focusing on Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) and automation. Passionate about solving real business problems through design thinking, Anu is committed to delivering impactful outcomes, not just outputs. Known for using storytelling to simplify and share technical insights, Anu actively contributes to the developer community, inspiring others through engaging talks and real-world lessons.