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Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Everyday Life

Tues., July 7 & Thurs., July 9, 1:30-3 p.m.

Location: In person: On Campus

Cost: $30

With Phil Lazzar, Technology Enthusiast

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT are quickly becoming part of everyday life, but many people are still unsure how to use them. This friendly, hands-on class will introduce practical ways AI can help with everyday tasks. We will explore how AI can assist with writing emails, explaining unfamiliar topics, planning trips, generating ideas, and answering questions. Participants will see live demonstrations and will have opportunities to try examples themselves. No technical background is required, and beginners are welcome, as well as those who have experimented with AI but would like to learn how to use it more confidently. The goal is for participants to leave feeling comfortable using AI as a helpful everyday assistant.

For courses taking place on Cal Poly Humboldt campus, please reference this map for ADA parking and accessibility information: https://www.humboldt.edu/sites/default/files/2024-04/campusmap.pdf. Daily parking permits are still required when parking in ADA spots on campus.The Great Hall has an elevator to get to the second floor where this class meets. The campus tour portion of this class will include walking up hills and stairs around campus, and may be challenging for those with mobility issues.

Phil Lazzar

Phil Lazzar is a longtime Humboldt County resident, real estate broker, and lifelong learner with a strong interest in practical uses of technology. He teaches community classes and enjoys helping people understand new ideas in clear and accessible ways.

Phil has been actively exploring artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT and is particularly interested in how everyday users can use AI as a helpful assistant for writing, learning, research, and problem-solving. His approach focuses on hands-on exploration and practical applications that people can immediately use in their daily lives.