AI for Everyday Life
AI for Everyday Life is a hands-on class for anyone curious about AI but not sure where to start. No tech background needed — students begin with the basics (what AI actually is, how to use tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity safely) and build from there each week: vibe coding and automation, skills, agents, even AI-generated music and art. By the end, students will have built their own small AI project and will show it off on demo day.
When
Thursdays, 10:00–11:30am
Where
OLLI Cactus Valley
Starts
September 10, 2026
By the end of this course, you'll be able to…
Set up and use mainstream AI tools (ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity) safely and confidently
Apply AI to a real, self-identified problem in your own life
Understand core AI concepts: apps, skills, and agents
Recognize how AI is advancing science and medicine
Try 'vibe coding' and automation tools to build without traditional coding skills
Experiment with AI-generated music, images, and voice/video tools
Build and present a small AI-powered project of your own
11 weeks, one step at a time
Getting Started
What AI actually is, in plain language.
Meet Claude & Perplexity
Claude and Perplexity vs. ChatGPT, and real use cases for each.
How AI Can Be Used
Workshop your real problems; AI in science, medicine, privacy.
Vibe Coding & Automation
Build with AI — no traditional coding required.
Skills & Agents
Teach AI your preferences, then hand it small tasks.
Group Work
Small groups collaborate on a shared AI project.