Tech Talk with Toni

"The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn." - Alvin Toffler Today's post is inspired by my personal continuous learning journey. Though some of my interests have changed over time, one thing remains constant: my hunger for knowledge. In a previous post, I highlighted ways to figure out your next steps for professional development.  (You can read it here .) However, today's post is for those of us who want a list of relevant skills to start acquiring right away. Thankfully, in most instances, once you have a bachelor's degree, you can pursue certifications or self-paced courses to strengthen your resume. Setting aside at least 15 minutes a day to learn something new is equivalent to over 90 hours of learning in a year! As James Clear said in his book Atomic Habits: "The effects of small habits compound over time. If you can get 1 percent better each day for one year, you’ll...

  A stereotypical engineer Despite concerns about job changes due to ChatGPT, something interesting is happening: the emergence of a new job title known as the Prompt Engineer . Still skeptical? Take a moment to browse professional platforms like LinkedIn or Indeed—see it for yourself! Now, you might wonder, 'What is Prompt Engineering?' Well, I'll give you a prompt answer (okay, sorry for the pun). Essentially, prompt engineering involves using special words or hints to instruct computers without saying everything explicitly. Think of it like when your mom says, "Bring me my bag from on top of the table." Even if your house has many tables, you know it's not in her car. She assumes you know what her bag looks like, so she doesn't need to describe it. But if she tells you which room to search in, you'd find her bag faster, right? Having said that, here are some tips that can help you write robust prompts: Understand the Task This is where your domain ...