decision-making assistance for family choices and activities
Use Case:
Getting personalized research and decision-making assistance for family choices and activities
What I achieved: Used AI to research school holiday camps, evaluate options based on specific criteria (children's ages and characteristics), and get tailored recommendations with future-focused analysis. The AI provided structured comparisons, scored different options, and delivered location-specific suggestions that saved hours of research time.
Key Benefits:
- Eliminated overwhelming research by getting curated, relevant options
- Received expert-level analysis comparing different approaches (coding vs STEM camps)
- Got personalized recommendations based on specific family circumstances
- Saved significant time while making more informed decisions
- Received structured information that was easy to digest and act upon
Starter Prompt:
"I need help researching [topic/decision] for [specific situation/person]. Here are the key details: [age/location/preferences/constraints]. I want to understand the benefits of different options and get recommendations that would be best for [specific goals/future outcomes]. Please evaluate and score the options based on what would work best for my situation."
Usage Tips:
- Be specific about your personal circumstances (ages, location, preferences)
- Ask for scoring/ranking when comparing multiple options
- Follow up with clarifying questions to dig deeper into top recommendations
- Ask "which option sets up [person] for the future best?" to get long-term perspective
- Request specific local providers/locations to get actionable information
- Don't hesitate to refine your criteria as the conversation develops
AI Model Used: Claude Sonnet 4 (claude-sonnet-4-20250514)
This approach works for any family decisions - schools, activities, healthcare providers, travel planning, or major purchases. The key is providing specific personal context so the AI can tailor its research and recommendations to your unique situation rather than giving generic advice.
A quick reminder: AI is a powerful tool. Learn how to use it safely and effectively by reading our Guide to Responsible AI Use.
