
Use the free mode of Perplexity or Take advantage of discounts for the Pro version of Perplexity - use the following link https://cutt.ly/CometPro to download the Perplexity desktop browser - full discount but unfortunately only available on desktops for now .
What to expect in the course
Get started with Perplexity. We start with an introduction to the course. What are the main problems that Perplexity solves? Limitations of Google and Youtube are experienced universally, yet up until now, there hasn't been a really excellent alternative to Google...
Threads are essential for organisation in your library. Threads are the conversations you will have with Perplexity.
Collections add another level of organization to your projects
Assist in productive searching by using special features of collections.
Understand the strengths, potential and (current) limitations of the Focused Search.
Perplexity uses GPT models and in this lecture we explore the strengths and weaknesses of these models.
Pro opens up an explosion of extra functionality. Learners can use the discounted signup in the resources if signing up for Pro for the first time: - To sign up for the Pro version of the app at up to a 100% discount - use the following link https://cutt.ly/PerplexityAIDisc - this allows you to try out the full Pro version free (limited time) or at half price.
Perplexity provides a range of chat models - in this lecture we learn how to select and use these models.
Perplexity is one of the best services for analysing your own documents using the powerful language models that are at your disposal.
Creating images to augment your research.
Employ the power of Dall-E 3 alongside ChatGPT-4 to create visual interest for your projects
Creating more sophisticated prompts for images using the abilities of Perplexity.
A new version of Playground was released in September 2024 - This is a brief update that learners may used to better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the new model. Image quality varies considerably. Try the FLUX.1 model if you have difficulty getting good results.
The new o1-mini model is now available with some rate limits as of September 2024. This lecture demonstrates the way to access it.
Perplexity can be used as a study assistant for students who need to read and understand books at detail level - the techniques here should be adapted to your own situation and requirements.
With advanced prompts, learners will develop an understanding of the methods that can be used to improve and test comprehension, knowledge and appliction using techniques discussed in previous lectures. The limitations of the Collections feature are briefly discussed.
Using a powerful modern iPad or Android tablet can greatly increase the productivity of your available time, when you need to quickly pick up research, or when doing research on the move.
Create a business plan, and an introduction to the Page function
Generate a marketing plan using Perplexity
Discover how the comet browser combines an agent and an assistant to automate multi-step workflows, conduct research, and summarize content, while exploring genetic AI as a stepping stone to AGI.
Perplexity AI Course for Research and Writing, Creativity and Productivity
Updated with Comet Browser - Oct 2025
Welcome to the Complete Perplexity AI Course for Research and Writing! This course is your gateway to mastering generative AI, whether you're a beginner or a professional.
What You'll Learn
- Navigating the Perplexity AI Interface
- Using focus and attach features
- Searching for and generating images
- Working with sources
- Utilizing Perplexity Pro, Library, and Collections
- Rewriting functionality
- Differences between Perplexity and traditional search engines
- Comparisons with main competitors
Who Should Enroll?
- **Entrepreneurs:** Leverage AI for business efficiency.
- **Curious Minds:** Understand AI's future impact on society.
- **Students:** Dive into AI fundamentals and boost study efficiency.
- **Professionals:** Upskill in AI for better data processing and content creation
Course Content
**Core 1: Introduction**
- Overview of the course and its objectives
- Comprehensive course outline
- Importance of AI concepts and training
**Core 2: Perplexity AI Full Guide & Feature Walkthrough**
- Content creation
- Language model performance
- Privacy and data sharing policies
- Customizing Perplexity AI for research and writing
**Core 3: Leveraging Perplexity for Research**
- Real-time web searching and citation provision
- Improving the Quality and Specificity of Prompts
- Applications across marketing, academic research, financial studies, and more
**Core 4: Agentic AI with Comet Browser**
- Install the Comet Browser and customize it
- Learn the Use of the Agent and the Assitant
- Understand the current limitations of the technology
Course Highlights
- **Assignments:** Focus on critical analysis of Generative AI.
- **Interactive Learning:** Methods of Understanding AI concepts and language.
Enrollment Benefits
- **High-Quality Video Content:** Under 2 hours, structured for easy integration into your schedule.
- **Lifetime Access:** Revisit materials anytime to stay updated.
Who This Course Is For
- **Researchers and Academics:** Streamline academic research with AI tools.
- **Professionals in Marketing, Finance, and Sales:** Gain insights for market research and financial analysis.
- **Entrepreneurs and Founders:** Innovate with AI-driven market trends and customer feedback.
- **Content Creators and Writers:** Enhance content creation and SEO optimization.
- **Students:** Improve academic research and study efficiency.