A.I. Workshop - "A.I. Essentials - What It Is, How It Works, and Why It Matters"

Name: A.I. Workshop - "A.I. Essentials - What It Is, How It Works, and Why It Matters"
Start: 2025-09-10T12:00:00-04:00
Location: Joyce E. Hanks Sheffield Lake Community Center

Schedule

Wed, 10 Sep, 2025 at 12:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Joyce E. Hanks Sheffield Lake Community Center | Sheffield Lake, OH

AI Essentials: What It Is, How It Works, and Why It Matters
In this fast-paced, one-hour session, we will cut through the hype and break down artificial intelligence into plain language. You will learn what AI actually is, the key differences between machine learning and deep learning, and how these technologies are already shaping our daily lives and industries. We will explore real-world examples, from personal productivity tools to large-scale business solutions, and give you hands-on ideas for how you can start using AI right now without needing to code. Whether you are curious, cautious, or excited about AI, you will leave with a clear understanding of the technology, its possibilities, and how to navigate its challenges.
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Matt Poyle is a dynamic entrepreneurship educator and AI instructor with a decade of experience at Lorain County Community College, where he has delivered dozens of AI-focused presentations and workshops for students, faculty, nonprofits, and business leaders. He holds multiple AI certifications from Microsoft, Google, and the Small Business Development Center and specializes in making complex topics accessible and practical. Matt’s work bridges technology and creativity, from helping small businesses adopt AI tools to guiding community members through hands-on sessions with ChatGPT, image generation, and emerging platforms like Sora and NotebookLM. Featured as an AI expert on NPR, Matt is passionate about showing people how AI can spark innovation, improve efficiency, and open new opportunities regardless of technical background.
Register for this FREE workshop at the following link
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