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Beginner Path

Start from zero. Learn the AI basics in about 60–90 minutes. Perfect for anyone new to AI who wants a friendly, jargon-free introduction.

31 guides · ~184 minutes total

1

What is AI? A Friendly Primer

Beginner

A non-jargony intro to AI, machine learning, and large language models. Learn the fundamentals without getting lost in technical details.

7 min read

2

AI vs Human Intelligence: What's the Difference?

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AI can beat humans at chess and write essays, but it can't tie shoelaces or understand a joke. Learn what makes human intelligence unique.

6 min read

3

AI in Your Everyday Life

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Discover how AI is already helping you every day—from email to music to navigation. You're using it more than you think!

5 min read

4

How Chatbots Work (No Math Required)

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Demystifying conversational AI. Learn how chatbots understand your questions and generate responses—without getting lost in algorithms.

8 min read

5

Understanding ChatGPT: Your AI Conversation Partner

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ChatGPT can write, code, and chat—but what is it really? Learn how it works, what it's good at, and where it falls short.

7 min read

6

Prompting 101: Patterns that Work

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Master the art of asking AI for what you want. Simple techniques to get better answers from chatbots and language models.

9 min read

7

AI Writing Assistance: Your Digital Writing Partner

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AI can help you write emails, essays, and reports faster. Learn how to use AI writing tools effectively without losing your voice.

6 min read

8

Voice Assistants Explained: Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant

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How do Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant understand you? Learn how voice AI works, what it can do, and how to protect your privacy.

6 min read

9

AI Image Generators: How They Create Art from Words

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Type a description, get an image. Learn how DALL-E, Midjourney, and Stable Diffusion turn text into pictures—and what you can do with them.

6 min read

10

Can AI Be Creative?

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AI writes poetry, paints pictures, and composes music. But is it creative or just copying? Explore what creativity means in the age of AI.

6 min read

11

AI Safety Basics (For Families & Teams)

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Practical guidelines for using AI responsibly. Privacy, bias, verification, and simple policies to keep your family or team safe.

10 min read

12

What Are AI Evals? Understanding AI Evaluation

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Learn what AI evaluations (evals) are, why they matter, and how companies test AI systems to make sure they work correctly and safely.

7 min read

13

AI and Privacy: What You Need to Know

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AI tools collect data to improve—but what happens to your information? Learn how to protect your privacy while using AI services.

6 min read

14

When to Use AI Tools (and When Not To)

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AI is powerful, but it's not right for every task. Learn when to trust AI, when to do it yourself, and when to hire a human expert.

6 min read

15

AI Myths and Facts: Separating Hype from Reality

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AI isn't sentient, won't take over the world, and can't read your mind. Bust common myths and learn what AI really can (and can't) do.

6 min read

16

Free AI Tools to Try Right Now

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Want to explore AI without spending money? Discover the best free AI tools for writing, images, learning, productivity, and more.

5 min read

17

AI for Students: Study Smarter, Not Harder

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AI can help you study, organize notes, practice problems, and learn faster. Discover how to use AI tools ethically for school.

6 min read

18

AI and Kids: A Parent's Safety Guide

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Kids are using AI for homework, entertainment, and chatting. Learn how to keep them safe, teach responsible use, and set healthy boundaries.

6 min read

19

Starting with AI at Work: A Practical Guide

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Thinking about using AI at work? Learn which tasks AI can help with, how to stay secure, and how to get your team on board.

6 min read

20

AI for Content Creators: Enhance Your Creative Process

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AI can speed up content creation, generate ideas, and handle repetitive tasks—without replacing your creative vision. Learn how creators use AI effectively.

6 min read

21

Smart Home AI: How Your House Learns Your Habits

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Lights that turn on when you arrive, thermostats that learn your schedule—discover how AI makes homes smarter and what to consider before connecting everything.

6 min read

22

AI in Social Media: How Algorithms Shape What You See

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Your social media feed isn't random—AI decides what you see, when, and why. Learn how these algorithms work and how to take back control.

5 min read

23

Recommendation Algorithms: How Netflix Knows What You'll Like

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Why does Netflix always suggest the perfect show? Learn how recommendation algorithms work and why they're so good at predicting your preferences.

5 min read

24

AI Translation Tools: Breaking Down Language Barriers

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Google Translate and AI translation apps can convert languages instantly. Learn how they work, when they're accurate, and when to hire a human.

5 min read

25

Facial Recognition: How AI Knows Your Face

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Unlock your phone with your face, get tagged in photos automatically—how does facial recognition work, and should you be worried?

5 min read

26

AI in Your Smartphone: More Than You Realize

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Your phone uses AI for photos, battery life, typing, security, and more. Discover the hidden AI making your phone smarter.

5 min read

27

Autocorrect and Predictive Text: AI at Your Fingertips

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How does your phone know what you're trying to type? Learn how autocorrect and predictive text work—and why they sometimes fail hilariously.

4 min read

28

AI Spam Filters: Keeping Your Inbox Clean

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Ever wonder how Gmail blocks 99%+ of spam? AI spam filters analyze billions of emails to catch junk before it reaches you.

4 min read

29

AI in Video Calls: Background Blur, Noise Cancellation & More

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Zoom, Teams, and Google Meet use AI to blur backgrounds, cancel noise, improve lighting, and more. Learn what's happening behind the scenes.

5 min read

30

AI Music and Art: Creativity Meets Algorithms

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AI can compose songs, paint pictures, and write poetry. Explore how generative AI creates art and what it means for human creativity.

5 min read

31

AI Accessibility Features: Technology for Everyone

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AI makes technology accessible to people with disabilities—from screen readers to voice control to live captions. Discover how AI levels the playing field.

5 min read

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Start with: What is AI? A Friendly Primer