AI Fundamentals
Anyone who wants a solid mental model of modern AI
intro
2–4 hours (self-paced)Learning Outcomes
- •Explain how modern AI systems generate outputs
- •Understand key constraints: tokens, context window, hallucinations
- •Use AI responsibly with basic cost and privacy awareness
Modules
Orientation
Define AI and generative AI in clear terms.
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The Core Mechanism
Build the mental model: prediction → model → training → inference.
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How You Interact With It
Understand the input/output loop of LLMs.
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Reality Check
Know what can go wrong and what it costs.
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