Using FamilySearch's AI Research Assistant to Extend Your Research

This class introduces FamilySearch’s AI Research Assistant, a new homepage feature designed to help experienced researchers work more efficiently by surfacing high-probability, tree-extending opportunities that may otherwise be buried among large volumes of record hints.

Instead of manually reviewing hundreds or thousands of hints, the AI Research Assistant scans all available FamilySearch record hints and intelligently filters them based on the logged‑in patron. The result is a curated set of meaningful, tree‑extending matches displayed directly on the FamilySearch homepage—allowing researchers to focus on evaluation and validation rather than discovery.

In this class, we’ll explore how the AI Research Assistant can help overcome common challenges such as research bottlenecks, incomplete lines, and overlooked records. You’ll see how AI accelerates the identification of viable candidates for further analysis while keeping researchers fully in control of evidence review and decision‑making. This session is ideal for intermediate to advanced FamilySearch users and researchers looking to scale their work and prioritize research time more effectively.

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