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Think AI is only for machine learning experts and prompt engineering pros? Think again. In this episode of Data With Direction, Chris Gambill joined by AI Architect Ramona Truta breaks down 10 essential AI skills that you probably already have—and shows you how to level them up to stay relevant in the rapidly shifting world of data and AI.

From writing clear Google searches to debugging messy SQL queries, these everyday skills translate directly into the AI age. If you’re a data engineer, analyst, or tech-curious professional looking to build a future-proof skillset, this one’s for you.

🧠 What you’ll learn:

• Why prompt engineering is just fancy Googling
• How GenAI mirrors your best brainstorming sessions
• The invisible data skills you’re already using daily
• How to sharpen your critical and analytical thinking for the AI era
• Why resilience—not tech—is the real superpower

🎯 Whether you're building pipelines or cleaning up the aftermath of vibe-coded chaos, you’ll walk away knowing how to turn your current skills into an AI-ready advantage.

🔗 Learn more at gambilldataengineering.com

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Chris Gambill is a data engineering consultant and educator with 25+ years of experience helping organizations modernize their data stacks. As founder of Gambill Data, he specializes in data strategy, cloud migration, and building resilient analytics platforms for mid-market and enterprise clients. He’s passionate about making real-world data engineering accessible.

Connect with Chris on LinkedIn or learn more at gambilldata.com.