For the third episode of Series 2, we flip the script and give the listener the old switcheroo, with the guest becoming the host and the host becoming the guest. We welcome back our first guest and past co-host, John Pierson, as host so he can put Carl Storms in the hot seat. This episode dives into Carl's experiences, challenges, and learnings from dedicating 100 days to exploring various AI tools and technologies. From humorous dad jokes to AI-aided website programming, Carl shares his insights and practical applications of AI in the AECO industry. 

Key Discussion Points:

• Discussion on Carl’s 100 Days AI journey, exploring various AI tools and technologies.
• Conversation about the use of AI in everyday life and its potential in the AECO industry.
• Discussion on the importance of AI in enhancing efficiency and creativity in the AECO industry.
• Exploration of various AI tools and platforms, including Chat GPT, Pi AI, and Goblin Tools.
• Discussion on the importance of curating and reviewing AI-generated content.

 Join us for this insightful conversation about the journey of learning AI and its potential in the AECO industry and beyond.

* The above was created with a helping hand from an LLM from the Podcast Episode transcript, which was transcribed by AI 😁

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Welcome to another episode  "Wrench's Gadgets & Hacks" where we explore the latest in technology and innovation. In this episode, we're joined by Daniel Peterson, also known as the Revit Wizard, a senior design technology coordinator at the Beck group.

Be sure to stick around to the end, after the outro music, for the bonus content, that covers point 5 below 👇

Key Discussion Points:

1. Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the AECO Industry: Daniel shares his experiences with AI in the Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Operations (AECO) industry. He highlights how AI can streamline processes, eliminate busy work, and allow professionals to focus on more critical tasks.
2. Data Security in AI Applications: The conversation goes into the importance of data security in AI applications. The speakers note that higher-tier AI services often provide more robust data protection.
3. AI in Coding and Prompt Engineering: The discussion explores the use of AI in coding and the concept of 'prompt engineering'. This involves crafting specific prompts to get the desired responses from an AI system.
4. Introduction of the Revit Wizard: Daniel introduces the Revit Wizard, an AI tool he developed to assist with all things related to Revit, a software used in building information modeling (BIM). The tool can answer specific questions about Revit and provide step-by-step instructions for various tasks.
5. Preserving Industry Knowledge: The speakers conclude by emphasizing the importance of capturing and preserving industry knowledge, especially as experienced professionals retire. They suggest that AI could play a crucial role in this, serving as a repository for valuable expertise.

Join us for this insightful conversation as we jump into the world of AI and its potential in the AECO industry and beyond.

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Welcome to the first episode of Series 2 of Wrenches Gadgets & Hacks! The theme of this series is "AI in the AECO and Beyond," where we'll explore all things AI, including General AI, Custom GPTs, Prompt Engineering, and much more.

We kick off this series with a bang as we have not one, but two great guests this episode:

• Dennis Dixon - Partner at OQULI  
• Paige Reiche - Partner at OQULi

We had a great chat with them about OQULi, the first "choose your own adventure" software suite that allows the Design, Construction, and Manufacturing communities to navigate the creation of their tools. We also went down the rabbit hole of General AI in the AECO industry and beyond, which may or may not include a "rap" about the podcast host.

Enjoy the show and be sure to stick around until the end for two great AI hacks!

And remember to check out the Show Notes for all the episode links.

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Welcome to the 6th and final episode of Series 1 of the Wrenches Gadgets & Hacks Podcast.

 In this episode of the “Technology, Innovation, and Curiosity On and Off the Clock" series, Carl and guest host John engage in a stimulating discussion with Zach Kron. They learn about all the great things he as done in his career, and how he uses those technologies and skills off the clock. They also learn that making gifts for people with those same skills, while fun is also something that's done because we care, and we want these gifts to be meaningful. 

As we chatted with Zach we got into the weeds with so many great technologies,  past and present. 

• Project Vasari
• Dynamo
• Forma
• Tinkercad
• All this and more can be found in the full episode and  Show Notes

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Welcome to episode 5 of Series 1 of the Wrenches Gadgets & Hacks Podcast.

In this episode, of the “Technology, Innovation, and Curiosity On and Off the Clock" series, Carl and guest host John have a Thought-provoking discussion with Ehsan as they learned about the refreshed Script Editor for Rhino 8, and the 4 years of effort that have gone into it.

As we chatted with Ehsan we covered lots of topics beyond the editor, and here are just a few, be sure to listen to the full episode to get to all the good stuff.

• Rhino.Inside (icons 😁)
• pyRevit
• Coding
• Analogue Pocket
• All this and more can be found in the full episode and  Show Notes

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Welcome to episode 4 of Series 1 of the Wrenches Gadgets & Hacks Podcast.

In this episode, of the “Technology, Innovation, and Curiosity On and Off the Clock" series, Carl and guest host John have a great conversation with Jisell Howe as they learn about sketchnotes  and technology behind them. 

As we chatted about sketchnotes we uncover many other passions and skills Jisell uses on and off the clock.

• DIY Websites
• Data Storytelling
• Coding in Python, R, Julia Language
• Speaker Trading Cards ... Carl almost didn't let John ask about these, stay to the end to find out what its all about 😁 
• All this and more can be found in the full episode and  Show Notes

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Welcome to episode 3 of Series 1 of the Wrenches Gadgets & Hacks Podcast.

In this episode, of the “Technology, Innovation, and Curiosity On and Off the Clock" series, Carl and guest host John interview Sarah Causey about Passion Projects, including her own, Implexus Lab. 

As we chat about passion projects we cover lots of great things:

• Unreal Engine
• Twinmotion
• Smart Cities
• Digital Twins
• All this and more can be found in the full episode and  Show Notes

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Welcome to episode 2 of Series 1 of the Wrenches Gadgets & Hacks Podcast.

In this episode, of the “Technology, Innovation, and Curiosity On and Off the Clock" series, John and Carl got to interview Jason Kunkel about his digital sketching skills, which is just one of many topics and skills covered.

Just some of the things we talk about: 

• DC vs Marvel, 
• Comics, 
• Revit, 
• Old Cad Software and hardware, 
• Sketching on an iPad, 
• Why the apple pencil charging on the iPad is a gamechanger 
• Finding our people 
• And so much more.

Full show notes available on the WHG website under the Podcasts tab

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Hello and welcome to the first episode of "Wrenches Gadgets & Hacks" or just WGH for short!

This episode also kicks off Series 1 “Technology, Innovation, and Curiosity On and Off the Clock.”  It's all about those in AECO who love to geek out, tinker, and create - not just when they're on the clock. They're always diving into new ideas, exploring the latest tech, and finding ways to bring their hobbies and passion projects to life with cutting-edge tools.

Basically, we're celebrating the folks who live and breathe AECO innovation, and who are always finding new ways to push the boundaries of what's possible. So if you're a nerd for all things AECO, or just love hearing about cool new tech and ideas, this is the series for you!

Brace yourself, meme lovers, because the person we're geeking out with in this episode is none other than Dynamo superstar John Pierson! But before you start spamming the comments your favorite "surprised Pikachu" memes, let us tell you that we won't be talking about Dynamo or Revit Add-ins. Instead, we'll be focusing on John's love for making things like little boats called "Benchy" magically appear out of nowhere with the power of 3D printing!

So sit back, relax, and get ready to explore the exciting world of 3D printing  Wrenches, Gadgets, and Hacks style!

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Welcome to the inaugural teaser episode of "Wrenches Gadgets & Hacks," your portal into the dynamic world of AECO and technology. In this short introduction, we offer a sneak peek into what this podcast has in store for you.

In each episode we will dive into the world of AECO and cutting-edge technology with "Wrenches Gadgets & Hacks." As we explore tools, technologies, and time-saving hacks that are shaping the future.

This podcast will be done in the "series" format, each series will contain 6 episodes connected by a common theme. Our first series will be "Technology, Innovation, and Curiosity On and Off the Clock."

The full-length debut episode is just around the corner, where we'll unravel the intricate connection between technology and the AECO industries.

Don't miss out on the insights and discoveries that await. Subscribe and join us on this thrilling journey!

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