How is Perplexity different from Google or ChatGPT?

Perplexity combines search and AI synthesis with built-in citations. Unlike Google, it summarizes information from multiple sources. Unlike ChatGPT, it searches the web in real-time and shows you exactly where information comes from. This course teaches you how to use these features for research tasks.

What's Deep Research mode, and when should I use it?

Deep Research is Perplexity's autonomous research feature that performs dozens of searches and creates comprehensive reports automatically. It's ideal for literature reviews, market research, or any topic requiring synthesis of multiple sources. This course shows you how to set up Deep Research queries and interpret the results.

How do I know if Perplexity's research is accurate?

This course teaches you to evaluate AI-generated research critically. You'll learn how to use Perplexity's citation system to trace information back to sources, understand source rankings, and verify claims before using them in your work. AI is a research assistant, not a replacement for critical thinking.

Can I collaborate with my team using Perplexity?

Yes. Perplexity offers Spaces, collaborative environments where you can organize research projects and share findings with team members. This course covers how to set up Spaces and use them effectively for team research workflows.

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Intro to AI Research with Perplexity

Learn to conduct faster, more thorough research using Perplexity AI’s search modes, citation system, and collaborative features.

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Beginner
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About this course

This course introduces you to Perplexity’s research capabilities that go beyond traditional search engines—from targeted Focus modes for academic papers to Deep Research that autonomously generates comprehensive reports in minutes. You’ll learn when to use different search modes, how to interpret citations, and how to organize findings in collaborative Spaces. Whether you’re conducting market research or competitive analysis, you’ll discover how to leverage AI-assisted research while verifying outputs.

Skills you'll gain

Write effective queries for AI-powered search
Use Perplexity’s Focus modes for targeted research
Evaluate and verify AI-generated responses
Organize findings with collaborative features

Syllabus

Intro to AI Research with Perplexity
Learn Perplexity’s research modes—from regular search to Deep Research. Use Focus modes, interpret citations, collaborate in Spaces, and verify AI results.

lesson Introduction to AI Research with Perplexity
quiz [Depricated] Exploring Perplexity's Features
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