What 'Context' Means for an AI
Understand the background information that helps an assistant tailor its answer.
The Word "Context"
You will hear "context" a lot with AI. It simply means the background information you give the assistant so it understands your real situation.
More relevant context means more relevant answers. It is one of the biggest quality levers you have, and it is easy to use.
Why the AI Needs It
The AI knows nothing about your life, job, or goals unless you tell it. It starts every chat as a stranger.
Context fills that gap. Telling it who you are and what you are dealing with lets it tailor the answer to you, not to a generic average person.
All lessons in this course
- What 'Context' Means for an AI
- Sharing Your Situation and Goal
- Pasting In Text for the AI to Use
- Knowing What Not to Share