Generative AI with Gemini and Google AI Studio for Beginners

Name: Generative AI with Gemini and Google AI Studio for Beginners
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A Complete Guide to Using Gemini & Google AI Pro as a Generative AI Tool for VAs, Teachers, Coaches, and Creatives.

Created byBelad Tech Academy

Last updated 11/2025

English

What you'll learn

What Students Will Learn Master AI Fundamentals: Understand Generative AI, ethics, and Gemini's core functions.
Prompt Engineering Expert: Craft effective prompts for consistent, high-quality results.
Gmail & Docs Automation: Draft emails, summarize content, and create documents faster.
Sheets & Slides Mastery: Analyze data, build templates, and generate visuals for presentations.
Meet Integration: Get real-time summaries and action items from meetings.
Creative Content Generation: Create stunning images, videos, and personalized "Gems."
In-Depth Research: Use Deep Research to create comprehensive, cited reports.
Streamline Learning: Use NotebookLM to summarize documents and create study guides.
Real-World Applications: Apply Gemini to marketing, design, and administrative tasks.
Build Your AI Workflow: Develop a personalized, efficient workflow to boost productivity.

Course content

15 sections • 73 lectures • 8h 13m total length

What is Generative AI?2:05
Learn how generative AI tools create new text, images, and videos by prompting AI, and how Gemini and Google AI Pro integrate with Google Workspace to use these capabilities effectively.
Introducing Gemini and the Google One AI Pro Plan6:31
Learn to access Gemini Pro via the Google One AI Pro plan, compare options, and use features like Gemini live, Deepresearch, file upload, and V3 video generation.
A Tour of the Google AI Pro Workspace: Setup and Best Practices3:42
Learn how to subscribe to Google AI Pro, set up the pro workspace from blot creative store, and start using Gemini Pro with best practices for beginners.

Introduction to Prompt Engineering2:03
The Anatomy of a Powerful Prompt3:41
Explore the anatomy of a powerful prompt by mastering prompt engineering, focusing on clarity, context, and constraints to design effective prompts and iteratively refine them for optimal outcomes.
The RTF Framework8:39
Explains the rtf framework—rule, task, and format—for clearer prompts and less ambiguity. Define who you imitate, what they do, and the final output across formats.

What are Gems in Gemini3:43
Personalized "Gems": Creating Your Own AI Persona6:16
Create a personalized ai gem named cyber security student to act as a study partner, explaining cybersecurity concepts simply and deeply with analogies, aiming for a 5.0 gpa.
Gems for Creating a Storybook3:18
Create customized storybooks with Google's storybook gem, selecting a topic, optional target audience age, and an optional art style; generate illustrations, audio narration, and options to print or share.
Learn How to Play Chess with Gems4:17
Discover how to learn chess with a Google gem, exploring the chess gem, and practice moves like e4 and e5 to play and learn interactively.
Schedule Tasks with Gems7:05
Use gems to create tasks and activities, and let the Productivity Planner connect Gemini to your calendar to plan, schedule, edit, and export tasks as calendar events.

Image Generation with Gemini6:11
Learn how to generate images with Google Gemini, refine prompts through iteration, and edit images using nano banana, then apply these images practically in future lessons.
Image Generation: Creating Visuals for Social Media, and E-Commerce Websites11:31
Learn to create product banners and pictures for social media and e-commerce using Google Gemini. Refine prompts, explore multimodal inputs, and customize visuals for online stores.
Image Generation: Graphic Design with Imagen19:25
This lesson shows how to design with Gemini by creating a graphic design gem, crafting detailed prompts, and generating a professional Blood Tech Academy flyer.
OCR with Gemini: Extracting and Analyzing Text from Images.3:14

Introduction to Google AI Studio1:45
Explore Google AI Studio in the browser, learn the web UI, run prompts, and leverage multimodal capabilities to generate media, upload files, and run code.
Overviewing the Google AI Studio Interfaces and Functionalities3:16
Explore the Google AI Studio interface for media generation, chat, and showcases, and learn to build apps and use Gemini native audio and video learning tools.
Create Your Model for Any Look.4:22
Video to Learning App4:42
Learn to turn a YouTube video into a learning app using Google AI Studio by pasting the video URL, generating the app, previewing on devices, and deploying to the cloud.
Prototype an App with Google7:46
Design app interface with Stitch by Google to prototype a calendar management to-do app with calendar integration, expand idea with Gemini, and generate designs to build in Google AI Studio.
Build the Porotype on Google AI Studio7:38
Build a mobile app from screen designs in Google AI Studio using Gemini 2.5 Pro and TypeScript, then deploy and preview the app with calendar, tasks, analytics, and settings.
Gemini Canvas for Programming and Execution5:53
Build Games and Play for Fun3:33
How to Generate a Podcast Voiceover5:27
Activity: Firebase Studio and Gemini Integration14:46

Introduction to Google AI Lab3:24
ImageFX: Prompt to Images and Scenery6:43
Generate a documentary script with Gemini to drive image fx prompts, create voiceover-ready scenes, and assemble up to 15 eight-second frames for video conversion in Veed and Google AI Studio.
MusicFX DJ for Sound Design4:48
MusicFX: Prompt to Music4:50
Learn to generate music fx prompts with Gemini to create an alternate background sound for a documentary, enabling AI-assisted sound design without manual song searches.
Using Google Vids as a Video Editor14:12
Clipping with Flow, Joining and Editing with a Video Edit Tool39:31
Project Completion Preview3:45
Preview the completed video with edit, sound design, and course-generated ingredients, then learn how to create more clips, use Google Flow, and craft consistent characters in upcoming lessons.
Gemini Google Veo 3 and Flow10:57
Create a video with Gemini video three, by adding a photo and generating an eight second clip with visuals and background music, including a call to action to visit ww.tech.com.
Activity 1: Format the Script5:04
Format scripts with AI prompts to craft documentary-style video scenes, voiceover, and a consistent narrative, using step-by-step edits, prompts, and scene DNA for consistency.
Activity 2: Put the Scenes together28:40
Activity 3: Let's Get a Voice and Video Story Line14:50
Activity 4: Compile and Edit the Video35:26
Activity 5: Compile and Edit the Video (II)17:43
Import scenes, join clips with the magnet, adjust pace with speed, and generate auto captions using caption templates. Pre-process, create a compound clip, apply effects, and export the final video.
Activity 6: Export the Final Clip8:07
Google AI Empire to AI Monetization2:26

Introduction to Notebook LM2:10
Create a Topic Overview10:37
Explore how to create a notebook in notebook elm, discover sources, and import them. Generate audio and video overviews to support content monetization and income diversification.
Master Subjects faster with Mind Map and Flash Cards5:42
Boost study speed with mind maps and flashcards built from handouts, covering AI and machine learning, behavioral biometrics, zero trust, and cybersecurity topics like cloud, blockchain, quantum computing, and IoT.
Generate study Aids and Improve Learning Retention5:55

Introduction to Gemini in Gmail4:44
Discover how Gemini in Gmail enhances Google Workspace as an email management assistant. It can summarize threads, draft and suggest replies, manage calendars, and clean your inbox.
Using Gemini to Digest Emails2:36
Explore how Gemini digests Gmail emails, identifies the email's purpose and key actions, and retrieves action items from messages like Firebase invitations and announcements.
Drafting New Emails and Responding to Existing Emails5:01
Draft new emails and reply to existing messages using Gemini and suggested replies. Navigate email essentials like subject, to, cc, and bcc, and customize drafts for professional communications.
Searching and Findings in Gmail2:17
Learn to use Gemini in Gmail to perform deep findings and complex searches, locating all emails with attached documents, PDFs, and context-based results like mobile app development.

Introduction to Gemini in Google Docs2:24
Explore how Gemini integrates with Google Docs to generate documents, write, summarize, and capture meeting notes, calendars, email drafts, and project workflows like review trackers and roadmaps.
Generate and Refine Content from Scratch6:54
Learn to generate and refine content from scratch with Gemini in Google Docs, building a novice-friendly war history content plan and a ten-video calendar, using refinement tools.
Building a Professional Resume with Gemini4:51
Learn to build a professional resume using Gemini in Google Docs, comparing templates and blank documents, and automating content from LinkedIn to generate a formatted resume.
Draft a Bulk Email From Google Docs3:40
Create a bulk email from Google Docs using templates and Gemini, add cc/bcc, set the subject, preview in Gmail, and save as a Gmail draft.
Creating Decision Logs and Task Schedule10:34
Create and refine a detailed decision log and meeting agenda with a task schedule, using Gemini to generate templates and calendar links.
Taking Meeting Notes Directly on Google Docs4:12
Learn to create meeting notes and action items in Google Docs, include attendees and agendas, map tasks, and email meeting minutes directly during sessions.
Gemini on Google for Project Managers4:45
Create and manage a content tracker in google docs using the Gemini function and templates, building project assets, product roadmaps, and launch schedules for effective project management.

Requirements

No prior AI knowledge is necessary: This is a beginner-friendly course. We will start from the ground up, defining what generative AI is and how it works, so no prior experience with AI or machine learning is required.
Basic computer skills: You should be comfortable with basic computer operations, such as navigating a web browser, using a mouse and keyboard, and managing files in a digital environment.
Familiarity with Google Workspace (Optional but Recommended): While not strictly required, a basic understanding of how to use Google's core apps like Gmail, Docs, and Sheets will help you get the most out of the lessons, as we will be using Gemini to enhance these existing workflows.

Description

Are you ready to stop hearing about the power of AI and start using it to transform your work? This course is your complete, hands-on guide to mastering Generative AI with Gemini and Google AI Pro, turning you from a beginner into a professional who can effortlessly integrate powerful AI tools into your daily workflow.

In today's fast-paced world, staying productive and competitive means adopting new technologies. The Google One AI Pro subscription unlocks an advanced version of Gemini that is seamlessly integrated into the Google apps you already use every day. This course will show you exactly how to tap into that power. We'll go far beyond simple Q&A to provide you with practical, step-by-step instructions on how to automate tasks, spark creativity, and conduct research like never before.

By the end of this course, you won't just know what Gemini can do—you'll be actively doing it. You will:

Supercharge Your Productivity: Learn how to use Gemini directly within Gmail, Docs, and Sheets to draft emails in seconds, summarize lengthy documents, and analyze data for quick insights. You'll spend less time on routine tasks and more time on what truly matters.
Unlock Your Creative Potential: Overcome creative blocks by using Gemini as a brainstorming partner. You'll learn to generate stunning, unique images with simple text prompts, create compelling content for blogs and social media, and even use advanced tools to help script and plan video content.
Become a Research Pro: Discover the power of "Deep Research" to conduct comprehensive, cited research reports on any topic in a fraction of the time. You will also master NotebookLM, an AI-powered assistant for organizing your research, summarizing documents, and creating personalized study guides.
Build an Intelligent AI Workflow: The course is structured around real-world applications. We'll walk through case studies for different professions—from a Virtual Assistant managing multiple clients to a teacher creating lesson plans and an online coach developing course materials. You’ll learn how to build your own custom workflow that combines these powerful tools to meet your specific professional needs.

This course is designed for anyone who is ready to embrace the future of work. Whether you are a marketing professional looking to streamline your campaigns, a content creator aiming to produce more in less time, or a student who wants to master research and learning, this course is for you. We assume no prior knowledge of AI. All you need is a Google Account and a willingness to explore the incredible possibilities that come with a Google One AI Pro subscription.

Enroll today and take the first step toward becoming an AI-powered professional. Your journey to boosting productivity and unlocking new creative potential starts here.

Who this course is for:

Marketers and Sales Professionals: Learn to draft emails, create compelling campaign briefs, and generate content for social media and presentations.
Project Managers and Administrators: Use AI to create project outlines, meeting agendas, and streamline daily administrative tasks.
Human Resources and Operations Staff: Write job descriptions, develop training materials, and organize documents more efficiently.
Writers and Bloggers: Overcome writer's block, draft articles, scripts, and stories, and use AI to polish their work.
Designers and Visual Artists: Generate unique images, logos, and visual concepts with a simple text prompt.
Filmmakers and Video Creators: Learn how to use Gemini and advanced tools to script, plan, and even generate video clips.
Online Coaches and Consultants: Coaches and consultants can use Gemini to scale their business and provide more personalized support to their clients.
Teachers and Educators: Educators can use Gemini to save a significant amount of time on administrative and lesson-planning tasks, allowing them to focus more on their students.
Virtual Assistants (VAs): VAs are a prime audience for this course because their job is all about efficiency and managing diverse tasks.

Generative AI with Gemini and Google AI Studio for Beginners

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Course content

The Foundation - Understanding Generative AI3 lectures • 12min

Mastering Prompt Engineering for Practical Tasks3 lectures • 14min

Introduction to Gemini AI3 lectures • 23min

Working with Gems as a Creative5 lectures • 25min

Unlocking Creativity with Gemini's Advanced Tools4 lectures • 40min

Introduction to Google AI Studio and Code Execution on Gemini10 lectures • 59min

Google AI Lab: From AI Lab Tools to Monetization15 lectures • 3hr 20min

NotebookLM for Research and Learning4 lectures • 24min

Gemini in Gmail: Your Automated Inbox4 lectures • 15min

Gemini in Google Docs:7 lectures • 37min

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