If you came to one of the previous sold out sessions, you’ll know these are no jargon, no tech snobbery, just a hands-on, hype free introduction to what AI is, what it isn’t, and how it’s actually being used today.
If you have not been to any of the fundamental sessions before, even better. This session is built for you.
Whether you're still wondering what ChatGPT does, or you've poked around with a few tools but want to really understand them, this is your chance to get up to speed in a relaxed and engaging way.
📍 Location: Launchpad, Hillary House
⏱ Duration: 2 hours (room will be open 30 minutes prior to start time)
What We’ll Cover:
- Then vs. Now – What’s changed since AI Fundamentals 2.0
- Where AI Is Showing Up – From charities and education to legal firms, marketing and more
- Coffee Break & Chat
- Tool Demos – See popular AI tools in action with real examples
- Workshop Moments – Try things out in a guided, low-pressure way
- Q&A – Ask anything
What You’ll Get:
- A no nonsense explanation of AI and where it’s headed
- A peek at what’s changed since last year’s Fundamentals sessions
- Live demos of tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and ElevenLabs
- Real world examples of AI in action (not theory, actual use cases)
- Space to ask questions and connect with others just starting out
Who should attend
- Beginners who want a clear, friendly intro to AI
- Those who’ve tried AI tools but don’t feel confident using them yet
- Curious minds wondering how AI is being used across sectors, including here on the Isle of Man
Instructors
Chris Kissack
Delivered by Chris Kissack of Acclaim, an experienced AI trainer and certified data ethics professional with a proven track record of highly attended workshops. Chris excels at translating cutting-edge tech into practical, engaging educational sessions.
About Activate AI:
Activate AI empowers the Isle of Man community through accessible AI education and training. Led by industry experts, these sessions help businesses and residents harness AI for innovation, productivity, and growth.
Note:
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