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Generative AI Basics & Beyond: Learn Effective Prompt Engineering Quickly & Easily to Harness the Power of Tools Like ChatGPT for Productivity, Career Success, & Creativity—Even If You're a Beginner

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Harness the power of generative AI to boost your productivity, creativity, and career—no tech background required!
Are

…curious about how to use AI in your work or creative projects?
overwhelmed by complex AI terminologies like neural networks, large language models, and prompt engineering?
…worried about falling behind in a rapidly changing tech world?
concerned about AI’s risks—from misinformation to job disruption to broader societal impact?
…excited to quickly and easily move from novice to proficient by learning the basics and going beyond?


If any of this resonates, you’re not alone. Generative AI is changing industries, jobs, and society and unleashing unprecedented productivity and creativity—and the best time to learn is now.

Why this book?

Brought to you by the Amazon bestselling author of Essentials of AI for Beginners, this practical, engaging guide makes generative AI easy to understand and use—no matter your background, goals, or starting point.

What makes this book different?

🔍 In-depth yet Learn core concepts clearly—without the jargon.
🌐 Real-world use Discover how AI is already transforming diverse industries.
⚖️ A balanced Explore both the opportunities and risks of AI.
🛠️ Hands-on Step-by-step tutorials and activities to apply what you learn and build practical skills.
🎯 Tailored to your Choose from five learning tracks based on your interests.
🎁 Bonus Unlock exclusive chapters, activities, and curated resources.
💎 Incredible Get a free AI prompt guide (a $15 value) to help you get more from ChatGPT.

Inside the

9 Essential Concepts—Understand AI types, neural networks, and how generative models work
13 Prompt Engineering Techniques—Learn strategies that get better, more accurate AI results
30+ AI Tools—Explore tools that generate text, images, audio, code, and video
17 Real-World Applications—From urban design and medicine to marketing and education
3 Bonus Chapters—Gain insights on career planning, future-proofing, and lifelong learning
16 Learning Activities—Practice what you learn with engaging exercises and quizzes
10 Emerging Trends—Stay informed on what’s next in AI
More Advanced Topics—Go beyond the basics with RAG, multimodal AI, and data privacy
Ethical Insights – Navigate bias, misinformation, and the human side of AI
AI Literacy & Safety – Spot AI-generated content and engage with AI responsibly

✨ Includes “Your Ultimate Guide to ChatGPT”—a resource with over 250 curated prompts across 24 categories, from beginner to advanced.

180 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 2, 2025

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May 17, 2025
Unlocking the Power of Generative AI

This book is a fantastic guide about generative AI, and it really opened my eyes to the potential of these tools. The author does an excellent job of breaking down complex concepts into easily digestible pieces, making it accessible even for beginners like myself. I especially appreciated the hands-on activities and real-world applications, which helped me see how I can incorporate AI into my work and creative projects. The balance between exploring opportunities and addressing risks was refreshing and necessary in today’s tech landscape. Overall, this book is a great resource for anyone looking to confidently navigate the world of AI.
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May 9, 2025
Lots of useful information in this book and I'm happy I read it. Knowing the terminology and the differences between traditional, modern and generative AI is useful. Great book for anyone interested in using AI more effectively.

Lee’s perspective underscores how generative AI is not about replacing human effort; rather, it is about amplifying our capabilities, sparking innovation, and unlocking new forms of expression in virtually every field.
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April 4, 2025
AI is Amazing

This book makes learning about generative AI easy and interesting. The explanations are clear, even for beginners, and the real-world examples show how AI can be used in everyday life. The tutorials and activities help you understand the concepts quickly. If you’re curious about AI and want to use tools like ChatGPT, this is a great place to start.

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October 28, 2025
skimmed. same as her previous book - unreadable with so many paras and paras and useless.

Even she told herself - "Entire chapters—or even a whole book—could be dedicated to exploring the vast array of AI tools, but that’s not the focus here." 🥴
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