If you are just getting to know Bard and not sure how to start, here are 10 effective things to do with Bard:
1. Learn Something New
Ask Bard a question and get an accelerated course on any topic you are interested in. For example, you can ask Bard to introduce you to tennis to prepare for your first lesson or quick facts about whales before going whale watching.
2. Analyze Images and Create Related Content
Upload a picture and ask Bard to share information about the image or create content based on it. You can also share a summary or notes from a meeting and ask Bard to write a summary email based on them. For something lighter, you can upload a picture from your last vacation and ask Bard to create a short poem.
3. Write a Draft for Anything
Bard can help you write content for almost anything, from emails, posts, to business plans. Start with a simple guideline like “Write a cover letter for a social media manager position,” and Bard will provide three separate drafts to choose from. Adjust the tone and style (simple, long, short, professional, or casual), and then export it directly to Gmail or Google Docs. You can also ask Bard to write a bedtime story and read it aloud to your children :).
4. Let Bard Compare for You
Create comparisons on topics or products that interest you and find the best options for you. For example, you can ask, “What are the pros and cons of buying a drone?”.
5. Help You Start a Project
One of the most daunting moments in a new project is the starting point. Use Bard to get started. For example, you can ask for help planning a surprise birthday party for a coworker or create a four-week training plan to get in shape for a 5K run.
6. Write Code
Bard is very efficient in coding tasks, writing, and explaining code snippets. Bard is especially helpful if you are learning programming for the first time, or if you need help improving or writing specific code snippets.
7. Plan a Trip
Thinking about a vacation soon? Let Bard help with the planning. Ask for information about a specific destination or have Bard create a complete itinerary with all the activities and attractions you want. You can further customize the travel itinerary by sharing more details, such as: “Start planning a trip document for me and my friends – we are visiting Ireland for a week in spring and want to go on a road trip to see as many green landscapes and lakes as possible.” Bard also includes images in its responses, and you can see where your preferences are headed. You can share Bard’s response with your friends.
8. Brainstorm
If you encounter a creative block, Bard can be a good starting point. For example, if you are into art and unsure how to name your new work, you can upload a picture of your latest work and ask Bard to help you come up with a name.
9. Express Your Thoughts and Feelings Better
We all have those moments when we try to express an idea but can’t quite find the right words. Bard can serve as a personal assistant, helping you organize your thoughts and offering wording and grammar suggestions. For example, you can ask Bard to write an apology note for not being able to attend a friend’s wedding, or simply ask Bard, “What’s a better way to say…?”
10. Just Chat with Him Because It’s Fun
You don’t need to think of a specific project to use Bard. You can simply have fun by asking Bard to tell a joke or discuss your hobbies and interests – it’s totally up to you. You can also ask Bard to act as your favorite character and have a conversation with him.
Remember: To get the most out of Bard, don’t be afraid to ask follow-up questions and provide as many details as possible.
Good luck!
