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Tech Break by Friday

Paraskevi Kivroglou

Hey there! I"m Paraskevi (fun fact: my name means "Friday" in Greek), and this is where I share all my thoughts and discoveries about the tech world that fascinates me. From the latest in AI to game-changing productivity tips, I"m here to explore how we can make technology work for us while keeping the human touch alive. My mission is simple: to help bridge the tech skills gap by sharing knowledge freely and accessibly. Whether you"re just starting out or looking to level up your tech game, I"m

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Episode 33: Did OpenAI just "kill" Zapier and Make.com?

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2025/10/12

In this episode of Tech Break by Friday, we are exploring all the new announcements of DevDay 2025 from OpenAI. The two most essential announcements I have to say are the AppsSDK and the AgentKit. If you want to listen to episode 25 mentioned in today's episode, click the link below. https://kivroglouparaskevi.substack.com/p/opal-googles-card-to-the-automation?r=56ehxySubstack Pictures and Text for Episode

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11:01

Episode 32: Build an AI-financial advisor using...

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2025/10/04

Tech Break by Friday - Episode: Building an AI Financial Advisor for AccountabilityIn this episode of Tech Break by Friday, discover an innovative approach to personal finance accountability, a personalized AI financial advisor. Learn how to create your own AI advisor using Perplexity Spaces (or similar platforms like Claude Projects or OpenAI GPTs) that helps you make smarter decisions on stock picks, spending, and investments. This AI acts as a strict and disciplined financial analyst, offering

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13:38

Episode 31: Bolt.new vs Lovable vs V0: Which AI App...

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2025/09/28

Welcome to another episode of Tech Break by Friday! In this special episode, I share my firsthand experience exploring the top AI App Builder tools that are transforming how apps get built today. Drawing from my 3.5 years as a professional developer and deep knowledge as an AI expert, I provide an insightful comparison of three standout platforms: Bolt.new, Lovable, and v0.You'll learn about the fascinating founders behind each tool—from Eric Simons, the entrepreneur who resurrected StackBlitz to

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16:02

Episode 30: Google's NotebookLM Use Cases for Everyone

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2025/09/18

Tech Break by Friday - Episode 30: The NotebookLM RevolutionGoogle's NotebookLM has undergone a massive transformation with new features that are revolutionizing how we learn, research, and create content. This episode explores the latest updates to Google's AI-powered research assistant and demonstrates practical applications for students, professionals, and content creators.Episode OverviewThis comprehensive guide covers NotebookLM's September 2025 feature explosion, including four new Audio

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17:54

Episode 29: Cursor vs Gemini Code Assistant

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2025/09/06

Tech Break by Friday — Episode 29: Developer Friendly #2: Cursor vs Gemini Code AssistantIn this episode, we’re taking a hands-on look at two of the hottest AI coding tools right now: Cursor and Gemini Code Assist. These next-generation assistants promise to boost developer productivity, streamline coding workflows, and help both individuals and teams get more done—so how do they actually stack up?You’ll get my first-hand experience putting both AI agents to the test. I’ll break down their IDE

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18:48

Episode 28: Is Adobe in trouble of Nano-Banana?

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2025/08/29

Tech Break by Friday — Episode 28: Exploring Nano Banana, Google’s Next-Gen AI Image ModelIn this episode, we dive into Nano Banana, the groundbreaking AI image editing model developed by Google DeepMind and integrated into the Gemini app. Discover how this cutting-edge technology enables users to edit images with simple natural language commands while preserving key details like faces and backgrounds across multiple edits.We'll explore Nano Banana’s innovative features, from seamless multi-image

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16:25

Episode 27: LLMs get tools? = MCP

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2025/08/22

In this episode of Tech Break by Friday, we dive into the Model Context Protocol (MCP) — the game-changing technology that lets AI tools like chatbots and apps seamlessly connect with services like Gmail and Google Drive. Learn how MCP simplifies AI integrations, boosts security, and opens up exciting possibilities for automation. Plus, we walk through a beginner-friendly MCP project using aci.dev so you can build your own AI-powered workflows. Whether you’re curious about AI or a tech enthusiast,

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18:48

Episode 26: Context Engineering over Prompting?

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2025/08/15

Welcome back to Tech Break by Friday. I promise to make it up to you for missing a week on uploading an episode. Today’s topic is a really exciting one for me. We talk about Context Engineering, and it changes the way we talk and think about AI. This is why some AI tools can provide the answer you need based on your situation, acting as a personal guide. Well, some other tools make you throw away your laptop, and you seem to get nowhere. Have you ever asked ChatGPT or another AI tool to help with

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13:46

Episode 25: Opal - Google's Card to the Automation...

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2025/08/04

Hello everyone. What’s up? Welcome back to Tech Break by Friday. In this episode, we discuss the potential benefits of a new tool called Opal. Opal is an agentic solution for creating mini AI-powered apps and automation. Let’s dive in and explore how to use this tool effectively, as well as what the future might hold.If you enjoyed this episode, hit the subscribe button so you never miss our next deep dive into the tech shaping tomorrow. This podcast grows with your support, so we would love it if

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7:04

Episode 24: Understanding how Manus AI works

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2025/07/25

Hello everyone. What’s up? Welcome back to Tech Break by Friday. In this episode, we discuss the potential benefits of a new tool called Manus AI. Manus AI is an agentic solution compared to ChatGPT, Claude, or any other chatbot out there. Manus AI originates from China and gained traction upon its launch in the US. Let’s dive in and explore how to use this tool effectively, as well as what to avoid.Invitation link to receive extra free credits when you join Manus:

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Episode 23 [Bonus]: Virtual Human Economy

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2025/07/23

Hello everyone. What’s up? Welcome back to Tech Break by Friday. This is a bonus episode, and today we're discussing a topic that may sound dystopian to many of you. Imagine waking up tomorrow to find that your digital twin has been working all night, answering customer questions for three different companies, teaching Spanish to students in Brazil, and even negotiating a brand partnership deal. This isn't science fiction anymore, it's the Virtual Human Economy, and it's starting right now.If you

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10:16

Episode 22: Design with Google Stitch - From design...

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2025/07/18

Hello everyone. Welcome back to another Episode of Tech Break by Friday. Did you love Stitch as a kid? He was one of my favorite characters. No, Google didn't release him to the public. At least not yet. Today, we’re diving into Google Stitch—Google’s brand new AI-powered design tool that’s changing how we build websites and apps. Let’s dive in.If you enjoyed this episode, hit the subscribe button so you never miss our next deep dive into the tech shaping tomorrow. This podcast grows with your

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10:29

Episode 21: Developer Friendly #1 - Beginner's Guide...

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2025/07/11

In this episode of Tech Break by Friday, we introduce the Gemini CLI, a powerful, open-source AI agent that brings Gemini’s capabilities straight to your terminal. Whether you’re a developer, builder, or just curious about AI tools, you’ll learn how Gemini CLI can streamline your workflow, automate documentation, and boost productivity.If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a review, or share it with someone who’s going to love it. Thanks again for reading. I’ll see you next

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Episode 20: AI Demystified #4 - What is Natural...

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2025/07/04

Ever wondered how a chatbot understands your frustration about a delayed order? This week on Tech Break by Friday, we're diving deep into the magic behind the screen!Ever typed a question into a chatbot and marveled at how it just gets you? Or have you ever wondered how companies seem to know exactly how their customers feel about a new product based on thousands of online reviews? The secret lies in the fascinating world of Natural Language Processing (NLP), and precisely this episode, we're

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Episode 19: Building Your First AI Project – Beginner...

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2025/06/27

Welcome back to Tech Break by Friday, where we make big tech topics feel small and doable. In today’s episode, I’m sharing the story of how I joined a hackathon, used a tool called Lovable, and built an AI-powered research assistant — all in under 48 hours.Even though I have a background in AI, I wanted to test how beginner-friendly vibe-coding really is. Using just natural language prompts (and no manual coding), I created a working MVP that connects with Zotero, fetches academic papers, and allows

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Episode 18: Is Your AI Fair? Let’s Talk Bias & Ethics

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2025/06/21

In this episode of Tech Break by Friday, Paraskevi Kivroglou dives into the foundational question: What is ethical AI? Ethical AI means building and deploying artificial intelligence that aligns with core human values—fairness, accountability, transparency, and respect for human rights. While the concept sounds straightforward, its real-world application is complex due to the risk of embedding and amplifying biases present in data and design.I hope you like this episode. If you do, please leave a

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Episode 17: AI Deepfakes - What’s Real Anymore?

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2025/06/13

In this episode of Tech Break by Friday, Paraskevi Kivroglou discusses a really important topic regarding our protection in the AI era. You’ll learn what AI Deepfakes are and how to protect yourself and your community. We will also discuss the ethics of this topic and why it is dangerous not to recognize them.In a world of noise and misinformation, we can learn to protect ourselves by using critical thinking and evaluation. I hope you like this episode. If you do, please leave a review or comment on

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Episode 16: AI Demystified #3 Neural Networks Explained

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2025/06/06

In this episode of Tech Break by Friday’s “AI Demystified” series, Paraskevi Kivroglou breaks down the mysteries behind one of AI’s most powerful tools. You’ll learn how the brain inspires neural networks (but aren’t brains!), how data travels through layers like beans turning into espresso, and how these models actually “learn” from their mistakes.We’ll also spotlight real-world game-changers—from Tesla’s Autopilot to cancer-detecting algorithms—and clear up some of the biggest myths about neural

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9:59

Bonus Episode: A Brief History of AI

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2025/06/01

Hi there. Welcome back to another episode of Tech Break by Friday. I was inspired to release this bonus episode after hearing people say how “new AI” is. It sparked an idea: why not do a quick dive into the fascinating history of Artificial Intelligence, and explore how this incredible field actually began? So, that’s what we’re doing today – a mini time-travel adventure!Before we jump in, if you enjoy what we do here at Tech Break by Friday, I’d be so grateful if you could take a moment to rate the

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7:40

Episode 15: AI Demystified #2 - What is AI vs. ML vs....

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2025/05/30

Hey there! Welcome back to another episode of Tech Break by Friday. Today, we have another episode of the series AI Demystified. Our topic: What’s the real difference between Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Reinforcement Learning? Spoiler: they’re not all the same thing, and understanding the difference will help you spot the hype from the real deal. (Source: Created with ChatGPT)Let’s remember what AI means from our last episode. AI is

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