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Free mini-course · 45 parts

AI Foundations: From Curious to Confident

A free, plain-language path through Artificial Intelligence — from what AI is and where it shows up in daily life, up to algorithms, neural networks, deep learning and LLMs.

Self-paced and completely free — each lesson is a ~10-minute read and ends with one concrete exercise. All lessons are live. Part of the Learn AI & Data Science hub.

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The lessons

  1. What is AI?Meet AI — clever machines, built by people, that see, think, learn and help.Available now — read lesson 1
  2. How AI Works: The Magic Behind AIAI takes input, thinks using patterns it learned, then gives an answer.Available now — read lesson 2
  3. How AI Sees, Understands and LearnsAI takes in examples, finds patterns, and learns to get smarter over time.Available now — read lesson 3
  4. Data is the Fuel, AI is the EngineData is the fuel and AI is the engine — good data means smart results.Available now — read lesson 4
  5. Toys that ThinkSome toys can talk, play and learn — that's AI hiding inside!Available now — read lesson 5
  6. Talking to MachinesSay a question out loud and the speaker listens, understands and answers.Available now — read lesson 6
  7. Your Voice, AI's ResponseFrom your words to a spoken answer — how a voice assistant replies, step by step.Available now — read lesson 7
  8. Typing with RobotsChatbots read what you type and write helpful answers right back.Available now — read lesson 8
  9. How It Knows What You LikeAI remembers what you watch and suggests new shows you'll enjoy.Available now — read lesson 9
  10. AI Recommends What You'll LoveAI learns your likes and recommends things picked just for you.Available now — read lesson 10
  11. Cars that Drive ThemselvesCameras and sensors act as a car's eyes so it can drive itself safely.Available now — read lesson 11
  12. Finding the Fastest RouteAI checks live traffic to find the quickest way home.Available now — read lesson 12
  13. Playing Against AIGame characters use AI to plan, react and get tougher the more you play.Available now — read lesson 13
  14. Your Face is a PasswordYour face becomes a secret password that safely unlocks your device.Available now — read lesson 14
  15. AI Recognizes What It SeesShow AI a photo and it figures out what's in it.Available now — read lesson 15
  16. AI Translates Languages InstantlyAI translates languages on the spot so everyone can understand each other.Available now — read lesson 16
  17. Stopping Spam Before You See ItAI reads incoming mail and stops spam before it reaches you.Available now — read lesson 17
  18. Sorting Apples & OrangesAI spots patterns and sorts things into groups — like apples and oranges.Available now — read lesson 18
  19. AI is Already in Your Everyday LifeAI is already part of everyday life — maps, music, photos and homework help.Available now — read lesson 19
  20. AI Makes Life Easier Every DayFrom maps to music, AI quietly makes everyday life easier.Available now — read lesson 20
  21. AI: Your Study BuddyYour AI study buddy explains, quizzes and helps you learn a little every day.Available now — read lesson 21
  22. Smart Study Habits for SuccessPlan, focus, take breaks and review — smart habits make learning easier.Available now — read lesson 22
  23. Time Management: Plan Today, Achieve TomorrowPlan your day, do important things first, and reach your goals.Available now — read lesson 23
  24. AI Boosts Your CreativityAI helps you imagine, create and bring your ideas to life.Available now — read lesson 24
  25. AI + STEM = Endless PossibilitiesMixing AI with Science, Tech, Engineering and Maths unlocks amazing ideas.Available now — read lesson 25
  26. AI: A Superpower for EveryoneLearning about AI today gives you a superpower for tomorrow.Available now — read lesson 26
  27. AI: Building a Better FutureAI is helping build a cleaner, healthier, smarter future for everyone.Available now — read lesson 27
  28. AI is Helping to Save Our PlanetAI helps track weather, save energy, protect animals and fight pollution.Available now — read lesson 28
  29. AI is Powerful, Ethics Makes It RightAI is powerful — using it fairly, safely and kindly keeps it good.Available now — read lesson 29
  30. What is an Algorithm?An algorithm is a step-by-step recipe a computer follows to solve a problem.Available now — read lesson 30
  31. Data In, Answers OutAI takes input, processes it, and produces useful output.Available now — read lesson 31
  32. AI vs Machine LearningMachine Learning is a part of AI: machines that learn from data instead of being told every rule.Available now — read lesson 32
  33. Learning with LabelsIn supervised learning, AI learns from examples that already have the right answers.Available now — read lesson 33
  34. Finding Hidden PatternsIn unsupervised learning, AI groups similar things without being told the answers.Available now — read lesson 34
  35. Learning via RewardsIn reinforcement learning, AI learns by trying things and earning rewards.Available now — read lesson 35
  36. Making ChoicesA decision tree is like a flowchart that helps AI make step-by-step choices.Available now — read lesson 36
  37. Digital BrainsNeural networks are layers of tiny units that pass signals, inspired by the brain.Available now — read lesson 37
  38. Deep Learning (DL) ExplainedDeep learning uses many layers of neural networks to learn complex patterns.Available now — read lesson 38
  39. How AI Creates PicturesGenerative AI starts with random noise and cleans it step by step into a clear picture.Available now — read lesson 39
  40. Natural Language Processing (NLP)NLP lets computers read, understand and write human language.Available now — read lesson 40
  41. Transformers ExplainedTransformers use 'attention' to focus on the most important words — the engine behind modern AI.Available now — read lesson 41
  42. Large Language Models (LLMs)LLMs are huge AI models trained on lots of text to understand and generate language.Available now — read lesson 42
  43. Robotics ExplainedRobots use AI to sense the world, think, and act in it.Available now — read lesson 43
  44. AI and HumansAI and people are best as a team — each is good at different things.Available now — read lesson 44
  45. AI Ethics and ResponsibilityPowerful AI must be used responsibly — fairly, safely and honestly.Available now — read lesson 45

Practice each lesson in AI Learning

Every lesson ends with a small exercise — the app is where it becomes a daily practice. A private, offline app to learn Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning & Data Science at your own level: ~10,000 Q&A, illustrated guides, cheat sheets, quizzes and mock tests.

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