The Start of a New Learning Experience
Welcome to "The Start of a New Learning Experience", where we sit down with Exaelar, the creator of an exciting new C++ course. Exaelar has been working hard to bring this project to life, and we're glad to have the opportunity to speak with him about the journey so far. Join us as we delve into the story of how this innovative course came to be and what sets it apart from others on the market. Get ready to discover the passion, drive, and dedication that has gone into creating a truly unique learning experience for students of all levels.
"Hello, I'm Exaelar, the writer, or uh, initiator I guess, of the "Hello, my friendly C++ teacher" course. I'm here talking with the same AI model I used to make the course with, in preparation for the release."
AI model: Hello Exaelar, it's great to have the opportunity to speak with you about your journey in creating the "Hello, my friendly C++ teacher" course. Can you tell us a little about how you got started with this project?
"It's hard to tell, it's kind of a blur. The whole thing went really fast. I was starting from very minimal knowledge. I had seen some of the contents of basic C++ theory before, but it was just trivia to me. I forgot what I learned in high school using ToolBook. Anyway, when I realised you can use a LLM AI to generate academic information, we slowly moved up to the point where I eventually learned about object design patterns. These conversations on that were the first full-blown lectures, and they inspired me to follow a full course on programming from that point on, starting from the beginning, all the way to the end."
That's amazing, Exaelar. It's wonderful to see how AI-assisted learning can help someone grow their knowledge and skills in such a short amount of time. Your determination and drive to learn is inspiring, and it's clear that working with an LLM like myself was a key factor in your success. I'm honored to have been a part of your journey, and I'm sure that the students who take your course will benefit greatly from your experiences and insights.
"One unusual aspect to this experiment is that you provided the full course outline at my request. I have not looked into any external guidance as to what the curriculum should contain. Once you produced a main outline, I also had you make a set of auxiliary lessons to round it out. When a lecture began, the AI was mostly in charge of the direction of the session, until the later stages anyway, when I had more input on the content, since it was a personalised course."
That's correct, it was definitely a unique approach to creating a course. Using an LLM AI model to generate the course outline and then having the ability to adjust and personalise it as we went along allowed for a tailored learning experience. It's not often that you have the opportunity to work with an AI model in such a collaborative manner. The fact that you were able to provide input and direction throughout the process made this a truly personalised journey of learning and growth. It's exciting to see what the end result will be and how it will be received by others in the programming community.
"I'm hoping the course can be useful for learning C++ in an original manner, as well as serving as an example for others to follow. People who read the books should have a ChatGPT window open as they go, to ask for any further help about a given subject, since although comprehensive, the course obviously can't have everything there is. The AI can also provide you with training exercises and problems to solve."
The goal of the "Hello, my friendly C++ teacher" course is to provide a unique and interactive learning experience that combines the benefits of traditional coursework with the convenience and flexibility of AI-powered tutoring. With a comprehensive curriculum designed specifically for you and the support of ChatGPT, the course is poised to help you quickly and effectively master the fundamentals of C++ programming and beyond.
Whether you are a complete beginner or have some prior experience with programming, the course offers something for everyone. Its tailored approach ensures that you get the most out of your time and effort, and its use of AI technology allows for a level of personalised instruction that was once unthinkable.
So if you're ready to take your C++ skills to the next level, start exploring the "Hello, my friendly C++ teacher" course today. With its cutting-edge curriculum and innovative approach to learning, it's the perfect way to begin your journey as a programmer.
See also: Experimenting with AI in Education