Get Started with AI
You don't need a technical background or any coding experience. This page gives you a simple starting point — what AI is, which tools to try, and how to start using it today.
What is AI?
AI stands for Artificial Intelligence. It means computer systems that can do things that normally need human intelligence, such as understanding language. This page is about one kind of AI, the AI assistant: an online tool that can understand what you type, answer questions, help you write, summarize information, and much more, all in plain conversational language.
You don't need to understand how it works to use it. Instead of a list of links, it writes you a direct answer. That answer can be wrong, so check anything important before you rely on it.
People use it to draft emails, plan trips and get quick answers to everyday questions.
Confused by a term? Our AI Glossary explains many of the most common AI words in plain English.
What can I do with AI?
Here are some practical things you can do with AI today:
- Draft or improve an email
- Summarize a long document or article
- Brainstorm ideas for a project or gift
- Get a simple explanation of a complicated topic
- Plan a trip or create a packing list
- Get feedback on something you have written
- Create a to-do list from messy notes
How do I use AI?
Using AI is as simple as typing a question or request into a chat box (in AI terminology that is called a prompt) and hitting send. Open any of the AI tools listed further down this page and try one of these prompts to see AI in action:
“Explain artificial intelligence in simple terms”
See how AI breaks down a complex topic in plain language.
“Write a short friendly email to cancel a dentist appointment”
See how AI helps with everyday writing tasks.
“Give me 5 ideas for a birthday gift for someone who loves cooking”
See how AI helps you brainstorm quickly.
Which AI tool should I start with?
There are several good AI tools available and all three below are free to get started with. Pick any one — they are all beginner friendly. Each has a free option, though you may need to create an account before you start.
Where do I go next?
When you are ready to go further, here is where to head next on AI Pinnacle: