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Intro to AI & Generative AI (Beginner)

A practical beginner-friendly class on using modern AI tools to organize work, create content, research faster, and automate everyday tasks.

Schedule

May 30, 2026

Duration

12:00PM-2:00 PM EST (NY time)

Project

Hands-on capstone

Detailed Curriculum

3 practical sections built around live exercises.

01

AI basics without the fog

Learn the core vocabulary and limits of modern AI tools in plain language.

Topics covered

  • AI, ML, and generative AI
  • What models can and cannot do
  • Common risks and privacy habits
  • Choosing the right tool for the job

Hands-on lab

Classify everyday tasks by whether AI should draft, assist, summarize, or stay out of the way.

02

Prompting for everyday productivity

Use simple prompt patterns to improve writing, research, and planning.

Topics covered

  • Context-rich prompts
  • Asking for formats
  • Iterating with feedback
  • Source checking and fact review

Hands-on lab

Turn a messy task into a polished email, plan, summary, or checklist.

03

Practical AI workflows

Apply ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini to real personal and business routines.

Topics covered

  • Research workflows
  • Content and idea generation
  • Meeting and planning support
  • Simple automation thinking

Hands-on lab

Build a reusable AI-assisted workflow for one daily task.

What You Get Out Of It

Concrete capabilities you should leave with.

Understand the practical AI tool landscape

Write better prompts for everyday work

Use AI while protecting privacy and judgment

Leave with a reusable personal productivity workflow