FAQ
Common
questions.
Do I need to know how to code?
No. You work in plain language with AI tools. Some workshops produce things like a small website or a game, but you won't need to write code yourself.
I've barely used AI. Where should I start?
Start with the introduction, AI for Everyday Life. It shows what AI tools can do in ordinary life and how to use them sensibly. Then pick a workshop if you want to go further.
Who are the workshops for?
Adults, and teens 14 and up, at any level of experience. For anyone under 18, a parent or guardian books and gives permission. Workshops are grouped by what you want to do (home and family, school and career, hobbies and interests), not by age.
What do I need?
A laptop and an AI assistant account that is allowed for your age and has the features the workshop needs. Before each workshop you'll get a short note on which accounts work. Any subscription cost is separate from the workshop fee. More on what you need.
Are the workshops online or in person?
Workshops are live and online, in a small group. Introductory sessions are offered both online and in person through libraries and community programs in the Canton, Michigan area.
What's the difference between one workshop and a themed cohort?
One workshop is a single session of about two hours where you build one thing. A themed cohort is all four workshops in a theme, one a week, with the same small group, at a lower price per workshop.
How much do workshops cost?
Workshop pricing is coming soon. Introductory sessions are free or low-cost, depending on the library or program that hosts them.
When is the next workshop?
Dates are to be decided. Upcoming sessions and workshops will be listed on this site, and you can get notified when they are.
What if the workshop I want isn't listed?
The workshops shown are examples. Suggest one: if several people want the same thing, it becomes a workshop. If it's just you, a one-on-one workshop may fit.
How do I get in touch?
Email [email protected] with questions or ideas. If you've booked a workshop, questions about your booking go to [email protected].
Doesn't AI use a lot of energy and water?
It's a fair question. AI tools run in large data centers that use a lot of electricity, and many also use water for cooling. As more people use AI, that demand grows, and it can put real pressure on the power grid and water supply in the places where data centers are built. Estimates for a single question to a chatbot vary widely, and they've been falling as the technology becomes more efficient, but the total adds up. We talk about this openly in class, and we practice using AI where it's genuinely useful rather than for everything.
Can I bring this to my library, club or team?
Yes. Libraries and community programs can host an introduction, and a Build Day for small teams is in development.