Learning Timeline
Key Insights
The Importance of Automation & Prompting Skills
Even though platforms like Opal simplify app building, you still need to understand the fundamentals of 'Automation Flow' and 'Prompting' to effectively customize the provided steps.
Advantages of the Remix Format
The 'Remix' feature allows you to take existing templates and add your own unique steps, making it much more flexible than standalone or rigid AI applications.
Geo-Access Tips
If the Opal website is inaccessible or displays a 'not available in your region' message, ensure your VPN is connected to a US server (such as New York or Los Angeles) before refreshing the page.
Prompts
Business Research Prompt (Gemini Flash)
Target:
Gemini Flash inside Google Opal
Research the provided business URL. Look for information on the company's homepage, their LinkedIn profile, and any relevant discussions on Reddit. Focus on identifying their core services and target audience. Summarize the key findings into a professional business profile.
Step by Step
How to Build a Research Automation App with Google Opal
- Enable your VPN and set your browser location to the United States (US) to access Google Opal.
- Navigate to the Google Opal website and log in.
- Select one of the available 'Preset Apps' from the main dashboard (e.g., 'Business Profiler').
- Examine the workflow structure in the left editor panel, which includes steps like 'Input URL', 'Research with Gemini Flash', and 'Summarize'.
- Click the 'Start' button on the preview panel on the right side of the application.
- Enter the URL of the business you want to research into the provided input field.
- Press Enter and let the AI automatically gather information from various sources (Homepage, LinkedIn, Reddit, etc.).
- Review the summary displayed on the preview screen once the process is complete.
- Click the 'Remix' button at the top if you want to modify the application.
- Edit the 'Custom Prompt' in the 'Research' or 'Summarize' steps to customize the writing style or the specific information you are looking for.
- Add additional steps or new assets using the '+' button to extend the automation sequence.
