How I plan a custom RAG AI & Automation System

How I plan and design a **custom AI automation system** using **Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)**. In this video I break down project planning, my process for selecting the right **AI tools**, consulting **Claude & OpenAI**, and refining the system design for a real-world use case - helping a consultant **optimize client interactions** with AI and automation. If you're a **developer, AI enthusiast, or business owner** looking to build **practical AI-powered workflows**, this is for you! You'll learn: ✅ How to plan and structure a **custom AI automation system** ✅ The **RAG framework** and its role in AI-driven applications ✅ How to leverage **AI tools like Claude & OpenAI** for ideation and refinement ✅ The importance of **iterative system design** and **consulting AI as a collaborative partner** Interested in chatting? 🤝 Reach out here: https://www.seanpat.com/ If you have any questions, leave it below and I’ll get back to you! 👇 Timestamps: 🧩 00:00 Introduction to System Design 📊 00:19 Project Overview and Context 🎯 01:07 Defining the Problem and Goals 🔧 03:07 Initial System Design and Challenges 🤖 04:46 Understanding RAG and AI Integration 💡 06:33 Advanced RAG Implementation 🧠 09:24 Refining the Plan with AI Assistance ✅ 13:51 Finalizing the System Design 🚀 21:53 Conclusion and Next Steps --- #AI #Automation #RAG #SystemDesign #AIWorkflow #ClaudeAI #OpenAI #SlackIntegration #AIBusiness #TechForBusiness #AIForDevelopers #AIAutomations #AutomationWorkflow #AIDevelopment #AIAutomationSystem #AIWorkflowPlanning