What is the best app for learning AI basics as a beginner?

Question

I need to know what the absolute best app is for learning AI basics because I'm in a huge rush to get up to speed. My boss basically told me that if I dont understand the fundamentals of how these models work by our project kickoff on the 15th then I'm gonna be way behind the curve. I'm stuck between a few options:

Brilliant

DataCamp

Mimo

Brilliant looks really cool because of the puzzles and the visual stuff and it seems like it'd be easy to do on the subway during my commute which is like 45 mins each way. But then DataCamp seems more professional? I only have about $25 to spend on a subscription right now so I can really only pick one. I'm not trying to become a developer or anything I just need to understand the concepts so I dont sound clueless in meetings.

DataCamp looks like it might be too focused on coding though or maybe too heavy? Is Brilliant too simplified for someone in a business setting? I also looked at Coursera but the mobile app is kinda clunky sometimes and I really need something I can do purely on my phone while I'm on the go. Which one should I go with if I need to learn the most in the next two weeks...

vixthkeylr · Accepted Answer

> DataCamp looks like it might be too focused on coding though or maybe too heavy? Just catching up on this thread... honestly if you're worried about the technical side, LinkedIn Learning Monthly Subscription is a really solid bet. I've been a member for ages and I'm always satisfied with how they handle the business side of tech. Its way less about writing lines of code and more about the big picture concepts you'll need for your project kickoff. DataCamp definitely leans into the heavy data science stuff which might be overkill for you. I'd recommend checking out the LinkedIn Learning AI Foundations Learning Path specifically. The mobile app works well on the subway and the videos are short enough that you can finish a whole section before you hit your stop. It's usually around $30 but they often have a free month trial... definitely worth a look if you dont want to look like you're panicking.

dziyqtfjhm · Answer

Re: Ngl, you gotta go with Brilliant.org Premium Monthly...

I definitely agree that Brilliant is top-tier for visual learners, but you should be careful about relying solely on gamified apps when you have such a hard deadline on the 15th. Puzzles are great for logic, but they might not give you the specific business vocabulary your boss is looking for during that kickoff. I would suggest looking into a more targeted course that focuses on the executive side of things. Since you only have $25, consider these steps:

Take a look at the DeepLearning.ai AI For Everyone Course. You can actually audit the content for free on their platform if the full subscription is too much right now.

Check the price on Udemy Generative AI for Business Leaders. It frequently goes on sale for about $15. Even if the Coursera app is clunky, the content is usually better for professional settings. DataCamp is way too technical and youll end up wasting time on coding errors you dont actually need to fix. Good luck with the meeting tho.

LakeDistrictHiker · Answer

Ngl, you gotta go with Brilliant.org Premium Monthly Subscription! I was in your exact spot last year when my firm started pushing LLMs. The visual puzzles are actually amazing and I learned so much during my morning bus rides! Its way better than staring at boring code. DataCamp is too heavy for what you need right now... Brilliant makes the logic stuff feel like a game!