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# How to use the AI Data Analyst in Flightcast

## Using the AI Data Analyst in Flightcast

### Full Video Tutorial

${frame}[Full Video Tutorial](https://www.loom.com/embed/9e28f76d901a438f8a3ca2b9203a3d6b?hide_owner=true&hide_share=true&hide_title=true&hideEmbedTopBar=true)


### Step By Step

**1. Accessing the AI Data Analyst** [0:01](https://loom.com/share/9e28f76d901a438f8a3ca2b9203a3d6b?t=1)

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* Navigate to the AI Data Analyst tool in Flightcast.
* Understand that this tool is designed to help you analyze data and answer analytics questions.

**2. Understanding the Tool's Purpose** [0:24](https://loom.com/share/9e28f76d901a438f8a3ca2b9203a3d6b?t=24)

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* Use the AI Data Analyst to: 
* Find patterns in your data.
* Analyze performance month-over-month.
* Explore correlations, such as view duration and engagement.

**3. Navigating the Interface** [0:44](https://loom.com/share/9e28f76d901a438f8a3ca2b9203a3d6b?t=44)

![generated-image-at-00:00:44](https://loom.com/i/91c6e14635a046b8b66fc9b707a38e8c?workflows_screenshot=true)

* Familiarize yourself with the interface: 
* The left panel shows your old chats.
* Use the '+' button to start a new chat.

**4. Selecting Settings** [0:57](https://loom.com/share/9e28f76d901a438f8a3ca2b9203a3d6b?t=57)

![generated-image-at-00:00:57](https://loom.com/i/cd8d801cc00b4a3480d3e96b6f8732a6?workflows_screenshot=true)

* Choose your mode: 
* **Fast Mode**: For quick questions (e.g., "How many YouTube views do I have this year?").
* **Thinking Mode**: For more complex queries, which may take longer but provide smarter answers.

**5. Analyzing Data** [1:34](https://loom.com/share/9e28f76d901a438f8a3ca2b9203a3d6b?t=94)

![generated-image-at-00:01:34](https://loom.com/i/caab512b128441299a29b2c42519c1f6?workflows_screenshot=true)

* If you encounter an error, the AI is designed to self-correct.
* Example query: "Based on the first 30 days performance for each episode, what were my best performing categories?"

**6. Timing for Responses** [2:22](https://loom.com/share/9e28f76d901a438f8a3ca2b9203a3d6b?t=142)

![generated-image-at-00:02:22](https://loom.com/i/a89b5475b2bb408bbf1ce13acd92ed45?workflows_screenshot=true)

* Expect response times to vary: 
* Simple questions may take around 30 seconds.
* Complex questions could take up to 4 minutes.

**7. Utilizing Analytics Data** [2:36](https://loom.com/share/9e28f76d901a438f8a3ca2b9203a3d6b?t=156)

![generated-image-at-00:02:36](https://loom.com/i/bdbb7fd763a44cc4bd935cc9bf60511a?workflows_screenshot=true)

* The AI has access to all your analytics data, including: 
* YouTube sources
* Average view duration
* Other relevant metrics.

**8. Providing Feedback** [2:48](https://loom.com/share/9e28f76d901a438f8a3ca2b9203a3d6b?t=168)

![generated-image-at-00:02:48](https://loom.com/i/815b09d7744247c2b10a08a694bb016a?workflows_screenshot=true)

* Since the tool is in beta, provide feedback through the support chat.

**9. Asking Effective Questions** [3:00](https://loom.com/share/9e28f76d901a438f8a3ca2b9203a3d6b?t=180)

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* Focus on pattern-based questions: 
* Examples include: 
    * "What’s working well for me?"
    * "What content is underperforming?"

**10. Sharing Insights** [3:20](https://loom.com/share/9e28f76d901a438f8a3ca2b9203a3d6b?t=200)

![generated-image-at-00:03:20](https://loom.com/i/15d92c18620f4d1e84ec9d18a9f55d5b?workflows_screenshot=true)

* Share any interesting questions or insights you discover, as they may be turned into pre-built graphs.

### Cautionary Notes

* The AI tool is still in beta; expect occasional issues.
* Always verify the data provided by the AI before making decisions based on it.

### Tips for Efficiency

* Use **Thinking Mode** for more accurate results, especially for complex queries.
* Prepare your questions in advance to save time during analysis.

### Link to Loom

<https://loom.com/share/9e28f76d901a438f8a3ca2b9203a3d6b>