Lightnews — Scholar-powered news

Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · 10d

Great to present on #AI & #familyhistory to @agragenealogy.bsky.social Lots of great questions & discussion.

1 3

Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · 12d

Really looking forward to this. PowerPoint is one of my favourite tools.

Society of Genealogists @sogorg.bsky.social · 19d

📚 Back to school for your skills! Boost your PowerPoint with Smart Slides: Practical PowerPoint for Polished Presentations, 3 online sessions with @andrewredfern.bsky.social (9–30 Oct, 19:30–21:00).

Book now: portal.sog.org.uk/Ev... 🎓

1 3

Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · 12d

Thanks to @ryangenealogy.bsky.social for the call out.

David Ryan @ryangenealogy.bsky.social · 20d

I was fortunate enough to host the @apgenealogists.bsky.social pmc session with @andrewredfern.bsky.social on smarter workflows with AI. I'll admit to being sceptical of AI but Andrew gave some great examples of how to make it work for you #APGPMC

1

Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · 12d

Thanks @ryangenealogy.bsky.social

1

Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · May 12

Always excited to develop a new course & especially to co-present with @fiona-memories.bsky.social Lots of new things to explore in this one. www.familyhistoryacademy.com.au/transforming...
#ai #familyhistory #genealogy @familyhistory.academy

3

Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · May 5

A guest blog I wrote for GSQ, Queensland. What metaphors did I miss? gsq-blog.gsq.org.au/metaphors-we...

Metaphors We Live By: Phrases That Capture the Genealogical Journey. – GSQ Blog

gsq-blog.gsq.org.au

3

Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · Apr 28

Looking forward to teaching part 2 of this course with @familyhistory.academy tomorrow. Lots of fun content & activities await. #familyhistory #genealogy #digitalskills #technology

1 3

Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · Apr 21

My latest Legacy Family Tree Webinar recording has been released. #FREE until Apr 28. #familyhistory #genealogy #ai
familytreewebinars.com/webinar/gpts...

GPTs for Family History: Unlocking the Potential of AI - Legacy Family Tree Webinars

Explore the cutting-edge world of Generative Pre-trained Transformers (GPTs) and their applications in family history in this innovative webinar. You’ll learn...

familytreewebinars.com

1 2

Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · Apr 19

Will be great to revisit this as it is a terrific project.

2

Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · Apr 14

Wonderful news & I do remember. I’m always amazed at how one small record leads to extensive research. Good luck with the presentation.

1

Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · Apr 5

I think this is an issue as people look to AI to be the “magic bullet” that solves every problem. eg How can you know if a transcription & translation from one language to another is correct if you don’t know the language(s).

1 1

Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · Apr 5

I agree @emollick.bsky.social and think we can achieve much more if we acknowledge what humans are good at and what AI is good at. Together is better!

2 2

Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · Apr 3

I’m teaching this course with @familyhistory.academy Digital Toolkit for Family Historians: Essential Skills and Techniques. Becoming more digitally literate is key to better #familyhistory Online & sessions recorded.

www.familyhistoryacademy.com.au/digital-tool...

Digital Toolkit for Family Historians

Whether you’re starting your genealogical journey or an experienced researcher looking to refine your digital expertise, this course will help you maximise your efficiency, improve accuracy, and creat...

www.familyhistoryacademy.com.au

5

Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · Apr 3

Always a great session of fun & learning. Pleased to be providing the quiz too.

Society of Australian Genealogists @socaustgen.bsky.social · Apr 3

GIRT BY SEA - be with us for our Colonial Australia Research Group this Saturday! All welcome: www.sag.org.au/event-6070258

Come and join us, navigate uncharted waters and have a whale of a time on Saturday 5 April from 3pm AEDT.

Lorraine, Sharon, Andrew and Kristine
Co Leads CARG

1

Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · Apr 3

Looking forward to presenting this webinar.

Steve Little @digitalarchivst.bsky.social · Apr 3

Meet Linka, an AI assistant introduced by Borland Genetics, who helps Kevin Borland code the site to help users. If you'd like to learn how beginners can create your own AI assistants, Andrew Redfern is teaching a free webinar on saved prompts. #genealogy

Details on both in comments. 🔗⬇️

1

Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · Mar 30

A great way to learn HOW to do family history. Highly recommended.

Society of Australian Genealogists @socaustgen.bsky.social · Mar 30

Are you curious about your family history but unsure where to start? Be with us from this Thursday ONLINE 7-part course: Beginners Practical Introduction to Family History - www.sag.org.au/event-6051367

#FamilyHistory #Genealogy #OnlineCourse #LearnWithSAG #AncestryResearch

2

Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · Mar 30

Looking forward to presenting "GPTs for Family History" as part of Legacy Family Tree Webinars 24 hour marathon. Register for free: familytreewebinars.com/webinar/gpts... #familyhistory #ai #artificialintelligence #genealogy #technology

1 2 9

Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · Mar 30

Some terrific questions following my presentation, hosted by @sogorg.bsky.social Great to be with you. #ai #genealogy #familyhistory

3

Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · Mar 28

A big month coming up … pleased to be part of it.

1 4

Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · Mar 25

Yes, was a great session showing methodical research and exploring all sources and record sets.

1

Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · Mar 25

Yours was a great session @jahboeren.bsky.social and lots more to explore for my Dutch connections. Safe travels home.

1 2

Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · Mar 24

AndrewRedfern.com

Andrew Redfern

Personal blog of Andrew Redfern - traveller, family historian, theatre enthusiast, yogi and all round geek. Read about his adventures, research and thoughts and musings.

AndrewRedfern.com

1 4

Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · Mar 19

See you there. Just landed in Brisbane

3

Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · Mar 18

Highly recommend this book as a great way to learn about Governor King as well as the female convict experience. Twists and turns all the way. #australia #convict www.allenandunwin.com/browse/book/...

1 1 9

Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · Mar 12

Thanks so much for the feedback & shoutout. Enjoy integrating AI into your workflow.

1