How to Choose the Right Model for Your Task

You will compare instant, thinking, and pro model modes; test the same prompt across multiple AI models; and review the current strengths and tradeoffs of ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Grok. You will also use Artificial Analysis, LM Arena, and OpenRouter to validate model claims, then apply a four-question decision matrix to five realistic workplace scenarios.

What you'll learn: 

  • Choose between instant, thinking, and pro model modes.
  • Compare the same prompt across ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Grok.
  • Match each chatbot to the tasks and workflows it handles best.
  • Validate model claims with Artificial Analysis, LM Arena, and OpenRouter.
  • Apply a four-question decision framework to real workplace scenarios.
This is a beginner-friendly lesson, but experienced users will also gain a practical framework for choosing and testing AI models.
  • 33.5m of video instruction
  • 1 lesson
Patrick Jones - Course author
Meet YOUR instructor

Grant Harvey

Grant is the voice of The Neuron, the daily newsletter delivering no-hype insights on how AI is changing the world around us, along with co-hosting The Neuron’s weekly podcast.