Al in 2026 - What You Need to Know to Use Al Effectively Today: 2026 Conference

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Includes a Live Web Event on 10/28/2026 at 9:00 AM (EDT)

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In this session, Tom will provide live demonstrations of effective use of modern AI tools including Perplexity, chatGPT, Gemini, and more. You will see how to control the knowledge base of the AI system, how to get the output in the format you desire, how to create your own personal mini-apps that meet your needs, and so much more. All based on a strong understanding of how these AI systems actually work.

Tom Carpenter

Director, Certified Wireless Network Professionals (CWNP)

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Tom Carpenter, Director of CWNP, Tom is an IT professional with 30 years of experience. He has authored more than 30 books for the technology industry on topics including security, networking, operating systems, and systems development. He is the lead author and expert responsible for development and delivery of the Certified AI Administrator and Engineer certification offered by CWNP. Day-to-day Tom uses his expertise to guide the development of certifications and learning materials across all CWNP and AACSP certifications, leading a team of technical writers.

Prior to joining CWNP in 2012, Tom spent 15 years working as a consultant in Wi-Fi technologies, security, and Microsoft solutions, advising global companies such as Proctor & Gamble, Wells Fargo, Scotts as well as the Department of Defense. Before that, he spent several years as a systems administrator in an organization with more than 60 locations and over 20,000 nodes. Follow Tom on Twitter at @carpentertom.