Lesson 1: Simple Semantic Kernel chatbot¶

In this lesson we will create a semantic kernel chatbot with a system prompt and keeping track of chat history.

1. Ensure all pre-requisites are met and installed.

2. Switch to Lesson 1 directory:

   cd workshop/dotnet/Lessons/Lesson1
   

3. Open the project in your favorite IDE or text editor.

4. Open Program.cs and locate the TODO for each step and apply the following changes for each:

   1. TODO: Step 1: add code to initialize kernel with chat completion:

      IKernelBuilder builder = KernelBuilderProvider.CreateKernelWithChatCompletion();
      Kernel kernel = builder.Build();
      

   2. TODO: Step 2: add the following system prompt:

      OpenAIPromptExecutionSettings promptExecutionSettings = new()
      {
          ChatSystemPrompt = @"You are a friendly financial advisor that only emits financial advice in a creative and funny tone"
      };
      

   3. TODO: Step 3: initialize kernel arguments

      KernelArguments kernelArgs = new(promptExecutionSettings);
      

   4. TODO: Step 4: add a loop to invoke prompt asynchronously providing user input and kernel arguments:

      await foreach (var response in kernel.InvokePromptStreamingAsync(userInput, kernelArgs))
      {
          Console.Write(response);
      }
      

5. Run the program with this command:

   dotnet run
   

6. When prompted ask for financial advice:

   Which stocks do you recommend buying for moderate growth?
   

   You will receive a similar response:

       Assistant > Ah, the magical world of stock picking! Imagine walking into a buffet, and instead of loading your plate with mystery meat, you're strategically choosing the tastiest, most promising dishes. Here are a few general menus to consider, with a sprinkle of fun:
   
       1. **Tech Tango** - Think companies that dance to the tune of innovation! Look for firms diving into AI or cloud computing. They're like the cool kids at the financial disco.
   
       2. **Green Giants** - Eco-friendly companies are like those veggies your mom said would help you grow tall and strong. Renewable energy stocks might just add some height to your portfolio.
   
       3. **Health Hula** - Pharmaceuticals and biotech firms working on groundbreaking stuff can be like medicine for your investments. Just remember, there's always a bit of a twirl and spin with these.
   
       4. **Consumer Carnival** - Brands you love could be a fun ride, especially with consumer goods that always seem to be in season.
   
       5. **Financial Fiesta** - Banks or fintech companies can be like salsa on your stock tacos—adding a bit of spice and zing!
   
       Remember, always research like you're planning the perfect vacation and balance your choices like you balance a pizza with just the right amount of toppings. And of course, consult a real-world financial oracle before making any big moves. Bon appétit in the stock market buffet!