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How To / Resources / Tech

How To Create Your Own Peace Corps AI Assistant

by Jim Damico

Learn how to create your own AI assistant using NotebookLM to organize Peace Corps materials, find answers fast, and streamline your service experience.

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Why Every PCV Should Set-Up a Google Voice Account

by Enrique Orosco

Discover why Peace Corps Volunteers need Google Voice to stay connected abroad. Learn how to set it up and manage calls, texts, and voicemail easily.

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Awesome PC Blog & Newsletter Idea for the 3rd Goal

by Jim Damico

Tips for volunteers to easily create an engaging PC blog FREE at Substack.com. Share your Peace Corps stories, connect with readers, and achieve the Third Goal.

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Empowering Connections: A Peace Corps Volunteer's Productivity Hub – Laptop, Bluetooth Keyboard, Mouse, and Tablet, All Set to Ignite Change.
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The Best Computer For Your Peace Corps Service

by Jim Damico

For new volunteers, bring the computer they already own or consider getting a tablet. There are some things to consider before deciding on what to bring or buy.

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How ChatGPT Can Empower Peace Corps Volunteers in their Work

by Jim Damico

ChatGPT is a new tool that could help Peace Corps volunteers. It has the potential to help them be more efficient and effective in their work. ChatGPT is an artificial …

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Project: Stealth Laptop Case

by Jim Damico

For my travels, I needed some sort of case to protect my laptop. What to do? Make my own of course. So, here are instructions for a DIY laptop case.

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My name is Jim and I am a PCV in Armenia. But I have also served in Thailand, Mongolia, and Nepal. I set up this website to help others. For more info about this site click here.

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