Beginner's Guide to AI

Overview

• AI revolution is ongoing and this guide is intended to help beginners catch up.
• The guide is divided into three main sections:
  1. Vibe Stack: Popular AI use cases and platforms.
  2. Building an App: Using Vibe Stack tools to build apps without coding.
  3. Advanced AI Tools: From chat GPT to advanced vibe coding tools.

Key AI Tools and Their Use Cases

Chat AI Tools

• Chat GPT: Makes information from the internet instantly searchable.
• Uses include asking questions, creating tweets, and organizing projects.

Google’s Gemini

• Similar capabilities to Chat GPT including image and video analysis.
• Offers a canvas mode for document editing and exports to Google Docs.

Perplexity

• Known for search capabilities but lacks a canvas feature.

AI Image Models

Chat GPT 4.0

• Superior for styling and text within images.
• Business use case: Visualizing house paint changes.

MidJourney

• Best for photorealism.
• Allows quick generation of multiple images.

Video Creation

Crea AI

• Used for generating video content with advanced models like Cling 2.0.

RunwayML Gen 4

• Competes with Crea AI with fast video rendering.

AI-Powered Video Ads

• Creating ads by combining images, video, and sound using various AI tools.

Automation and Agents

Zapier

• Used for automation workflows with tools like Notion and OpenAI for image generation.

AI Agents

• Tools like Manis and OpenAI’s deep research are used for autonomous task execution and research.

Building Apps with AI

Cursor for App Development

• Used for building apps with a focus on solving specific problems like bill splitting.
• Utilizes open AI’s API for functionality.

Vibe Code App

• Mobile app development without needing API keys during testing.

Key Takeaways

• AI tools are becoming integrated into various workflows.
• The potential to build applications and automate tasks without technical skills is increasing.
• The future of AI includes greater automation and the use of AI agents to enhance productivity in businesses.

This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the current landscape of AI tools and their practical applications, aimed at empowering users to integrate AI into their workflows effectively.