Artificial intelligence is reshaping the way we work, but for most people it feels like a black box. This book tears open that box with clear, jargon-free explanations of how generative AI, large language models, and smart assistants actually function — and how you can put them to use today. You'll learn what prompts, tokens, and training data really mean, why AI sometimes gets things confidently wrong, and which tasks these tools handle well versus where they fall short. Through practical examples and step-by-step guidance, you'll discover how to use AI for writing, brainstorming, data analysis, scheduling, customer support, and more — without needing a technical background. Every chapter separates hype from reality, helping you spot risks like bias and privacy leaks while building a personal toolkit of reliable practices. Whether you're a manager, marketer, administrator, or freelancer, this book turns baffling technology into a trusted everyday ally. Part of The Practical AI Library.
About the author
Marcus Chen Ferro writes for The Practical AI Library.
