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EPISODE · Aug 9, 2026 · 34 MIN

281: AI 101 - How AI Works, Explained Simply

from The Online Course Show · host Jacques Hopkins

AI doesn't have to feel confusing. In this episode, Jacques goes back to the basics with his AI operator Rocky to explain how large language models work, why AI confidently gives wrong answers, and how to get more accurate results. They also explain the difference between a model and a harness, then walk through the progression from basic chat to automations, AI agents, and always-on AI operators. If you want to move beyond simply chatting with AI and start using it to do real work, this episode gives you the foundation.

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