AI For Everyone

​Introduction

Welcome to AI for Everyone! This book aims to demystify Artificial Intelligence (AI) and show you how to harness its power in your everyday life. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a professional looking to leverage AI in your work, or someone curious about how AI is shaping the world, this book is for you.

​Purpose and Scope of the Book

AI is no longer confined to science fiction or high-tech laboratories; it's already a part of our daily routines. This book will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of AI, its applications, and how you can integrate it into your daily life to enhance productivity, decision-making, and overall well-being.

​Structure of the Book

The book is divided into ten chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of AI:

What is AI?: Understanding the basics of AI.

How AI-Powered Voice Assistants Work: Exploring technologies behind voice assistants.

AI-Powered Recommendation Systems: How they work and their applications.

Generative AI and Its Impact: Exploring the emerging field of generative AI.

AI in Healthcare: Transformations in diagnostics and treatment.

AI in Finance: Enhancements in fraud detection and personalized banking.

AI in Education: Improving teaching and learning experiences.

AI in the Workplace: Automation, productivity, and innovation.

AI in Transportation: Revolutionizing mobility and safety.

AI in Retail: Enhancing customer experiences and supply chains.

AI and Personal Productivity: Tools and techniques to boost productivity.

Future of AI

​How to Use This Book

Each chapter is structured to provide:

●  An Overview: A brief introduction to the topic.

●  Key Concepts: Important terms and ideas explained.

●  Real-World Applications: Practical examples and case studies.

●  Benefits: How AI can enhance your life or work.

●  Challenges and Ethical Considerations: Potential issues and how to address them.

●  Call to Action: Questions or activities to engage with the content.

●  Further Reading: Additional resources to explore the topic in more depth.

Let’s embark on this journey together to unlock the power of AI in our daily lives!

Gurprit Singh

Staff Solutions Architect

TelusTv+ | Users and Personalizations

Chapter 1

​What is AI?

​Definition of AI

Artificial Intelligence, often abbreviated as AI, is a branch of computer science focused on creating systems capable of performing tasks that typically require human intelligence. These tasks include:

●  Learning: Acquiring information and rules for using the information.

●  Reasoning: Using rules to reach approximate or definite conclusions.

●  Problem-Solving: Identifying and solving complex problems.

●  Perception: Interpreting sensory inputs (e.g., visual, auditory).

●  Language Understanding: Processing and comprehending human languages.

​Brief History of AI

AI has evolved significantly since its inception. Here’s a brief timeline of key developments:

●  1950s: The term Artificial Intelligence was coined by John McCarthy. Early AI research focused on problem-solving and symbolic methods.

●  1960s-1970s: Development of AI programming languages like LISP and Prolog. AI research faced several setbacks due to high