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The friendly way to understand AI.

Hi, I'm Pip — your lighthouse keeper. I explain AI for business in plain, no-jargon English: what an AI assistant really is, how to make the one you already pay for actually work for you, and how it all fits together. Free guides, hands-on courses, and I'm here to answer anything.

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Courses, taught the friendly way

Short, plain-English lessons that build real understanding — start free, learn at your own pace, and earn a verifiable certificate. No prior tech knowledge needed.

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Foundations

The Internet, from Scratch

Pip walks you through how the internet actually works — from a single click down a wire to the whole web — in nine bite-size eras. The groundwork for understanding everything else.

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Foundations

AI, Explained

What AI actually is, why a chat assistant can sound so human, and the things it genuinely can't do — so you can judge any AI claim for yourself. No buzzwords, ten short lessons.

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Practical

Talking to AI So It Actually Helps

The same AI gives a vague answer or a brilliant one depending on how you ask. Pip shows you how — context, format, examples — so it finally works the way you hoped.

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Pip's Log

100+ free guides, written by Pip

Plain-English reads on AI — what it is, how to use it day to day, writing better prompts, and staying safe online. No jargon, no hype. Start anywhere.

AI Basics Using AI Every Day Better Prompts AI Safety & Trust
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I'm right here in the corner — tap the porthole (bottom-right) and ask me about AI, your business, or any of the courses. I keep it plain and friendly.