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

De: Melissa Peneycad

Narrado por: Liz Leafloor

Harness the full potential of generative AI to improve your productivity, transform your career, and boost your creativity!

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. This book stands out for its in-depth yet accessible content, so you can learn core concepts without the jargon. It also includes real-world use cases to discover how AI is already transforming diverse industries.

This title also offers a balanced perspective. You'll explore both the opportunities and risks of AI. Additionally, step-by-step tutorials and activities are included to apply what you learn and build practical skills. This audiobook offers incredible value with exclusive bonus chapters, activities, curated resources, and a free AI prompt guide (a $15 value) to help you get more from ChatGPT. This book takes you through nine essential concepts, from understanding AI types and neural networks to understanding how generative models work. You will also learn 13 prompt engineering techniques, strategies that get better, more accurate AI results. More than 30 AI tools that generate text, images, audio, code, and video are discussed throughout the book.

For those looking to go beyond the basics, more advanced topics such as RAG, multimodal AI, and data privacy are discussed, as well as a range of ethical insights to help you navigate bias, misinformation, and the human side of AI. You will also learn how to spot AI-generated content, engage with AI responsibly, and much more!

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2025 Melissa Peneycad (P)2025 Melissa Peneycad

A Balanced, Practical Guide for Everyday AI Users

I use ChatGPT daily for content creation, business support, creative projects, so I’m always looking to expand my skills, and this audiobook really delivered.The step-by-step tutorials, prompts and hands-on activities made it easy to apply what I learned right away. The bonus chapters and free prompt guide added even more value. Whether you’re just starting or already using AI regularly, this is a smart, practical listen.

Clear, Useful, and Easy to Follow

This audiobook is a solid intro for anyone curious about using AI tools more effectively. It breaks things down in a simple, no-nonsense way that’s easy to follow—even if you’re not super tech-savvy. I learned how to write better prompts and use AI to save time and boost creativity. It’s not overwhelming or full of jargon, just practical tips you can actually use. Definitely worth a listen if you want to get started with AI the smart way.

If You're New To AI ... Start Here

The author has done a great job of explaining complex ideas (and the world of AI is full of those) in a language that's approachable, simple, encouraging, and confidence-building.

It touches on a lot, from risks and ethics, to theory, to real-world relevance like examples from healthcare, education, business ... but it definitely does not stop there. It's loaded with hands-on guidance, activities and exercises.

I really like how there are so many prompts included in this! It really gets you used to using Gen AI!

Overall, a worthwhile listen.

Beginner-Friendly Approach:

"Generative AI Basics & Beyond", an audiobook by Melissa Peneycad, provides a thorough and approachable overview of the field of generative AI that is especially suited for novices. With an emphasis on useful applications, the audiobook hopes to enable listeners to use ChatGPT and other similar tools for increased productivity, professional growth, and creative pursuits.

A practical and valuable book for studying AI.

This book is straightforward to understand and well-organized, presenting information in a clear, step-by-step manner. It shares information and knowledge with interest to beginners who lack the basics. It frees you from the pressure of not being able to fall behind, as AI systems are already being updated very quickly and are being used indispensably in almost all industries and organizations. It also provides various practical learning opportunities, so it is organized to allow you to apply what you learn in a practical setting. Before you fall behind and regret using this fantastic system of the future, which will affect your daily life, work, and business, you should learn it. The more you know, the more you wonder where the limit of human ability is. A practical and valuable book for studying AI.

A True Homerun

Your neighbor's been telling you about their AI adventures and all the great things they've been doing with it, but you’re just not sure. Maybe you’re confused with all the hype about and not sure where to turn. This audiobook is a great place to begin. But it’s not just for beginners! The author does a great job breaking down and organizing this approach to AI to make it easy to understand and decide just where and how to jump in. From background and history to traditional and generative AI, this audiobook shows you how to use the power of AI to be more productive and successful. It even goes into how to effectively spot AI faked images and voices. Plus, it includes a bonus PDF with self-assessments and bonus chapters. If you want to explore AI, you owe it to yourself to give this a listen.

My Practical Jumpstart into AI

I felt intimidated by AI until I read Generative AI Basics & Beyond by Melissa Peneycad. The 7 core concepts and interactive exercises transformed generative AI from a mystery into a tool I can actually use I especially loved the prompt-engineering tips; they helped me write better prompts immediately, not weeks later

Useful and Effective Guide for AI Basics

This audiobook is a practical and accessible guide for anyone looking to harness the power of tools like ChatGPT. With easy-to-follow lessons on prompt engineering, it gives beginners the tools to boost productivity, spark creativity, and stay ahead in the AI-driven world.

Game-changer!

This audiobook is a game-changer for anyone curious about generative AI—whether you're a total beginner or looking to sharpen your skills. It breaks down complex concepts into digestible, real-world insights without the tech jargon. I especially appreciated the hands-on activities and practical tools that I could immediately apply. The bonus resources and prompt guide were a great touch. It’s informative, well-paced, and surprisingly engaging for such a technical topic. Highly recommend for anyone who wants to level up with AI!

A Lifeline in the Overwhelming World of AI.

I'll admit, all the talk about AI had me feeling like I was the last person to get the memo, and honestly, a bit intimidated. This book felt like a lifeline. Instead of just throwing a dictionary of tech terms at me, it actually walked me through how these tools work and, more importantly, how I can use them in my own life. My prompts for ChatGPT used to be clumsy one-liners; now, after learning a few of the strategies from the book, I’m getting results that are genuinely useful. It’s like finally learning the right way to ask a question. Liz Leafloor’s narration is just wonderful, making complex topics feel like a conversation with a really smart, patient friend. I would recommend this audiobook to anyone who feels like they're standing on the sidelines of the AI revolution and wants a friendly, practical guide to finally jump in.