Unlock your family history with the power of AI!
Michael John Neill’s presentation, “Genealogy Problem-Solving with Notebook,” provides a comprehensive guide to using Google’s free NotebookLM platform to revolutionize your research.The presentation is down-to-earth, practical, and…not full of AI hype and exaggeration.
This session explores how genealogists can upload up to 50 diverse sources—including PDFs, Word documents, spreadsheets, and even audio files—to create a centralized research hub . Neill demonstrates practical applications such as analyzing 1860 census enumerations to identify family structures and migration paths, as well as synthesizing complex War of 1812 bounty land files . Participants will learn to generate high-quality outputs like family history monographs, infographics, and interactive slide decks directly from their documents.
Beyond technical setup, the presentation emphasizes responsible AI use. Neill offers critical insights into avoiding “hallucinations,” validating AI-generated conclusions, and using specific prompts to ensure accuracy.
Whether you are looking to transcribe audio recordings or compare your own findings against AI analysis, this presentation offers the strategic tools needed to turn a mountain of documents into actionable insights.
Discover how to leverage this cutting-edge technology to notice details you might have otherwise overlooked.
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