About the book

Artificial Intelligence for the Actually Intelligent is an approachable guide for curious adults and skeptics who want to understand AI without studying calculus or learning Python. Through humor, everyday comparisons, and plain-English explanations, Geoff Schemel explores the ideas behind the technology showing up in our work and daily lives.

From machine learning and neural networks to tools such as ChatGPT and Midjourney, the book explores what these systems do and why they can seem so convincing. It also introduces AI agents and considers questions about whether AI appears to think, feel, or lie. Each chapter ends with Comments from AI, giving the technology a turn in the conversation.

Inside the book

  • What AI is and how to understand it
  • Machine learning and neural networks
  • Tools including ChatGPT and Midjourney
  • Questions about AI appearing to think, feel, or lie
  • AI agents

About Geoff

Geoff Schemel is a technology leader, author, and hands-on builder with more than 25 years of experience in enterprise technology. Learn more about Geoff.