09.08.25 AI 101: What It Is, How It Works, and Why It Matters
Aug 07, 2025
Event
AI 101: Monday, September 8, 2025
5:00 PM – 7:30 PM at LODO Studios, Santa Barbara, CA
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5:00 PM – 7:30 PM at LODO Studios, Santa Barbara, CA
Reserve Your Spot →
What It Is
Curious About AI? Start Here.
This is the event for smart, curious people who keep hearing about AI and wonder, “What the heck is actually going on?” In one fun, no-pressure evening, you’ll get a clear, beginner-friendly intro to what AI is, how it works, and why it’s showing up everywhere. No jargon. No tech bro energy. Just real answers, cool people, and stuff you can actually use the next day.
This is the event for smart, curious people who keep hearing about AI and wonder, “What the heck is actually going on?” In one fun, no-pressure evening, you’ll get a clear, beginner-friendly intro to what AI is, how it works, and why it’s showing up everywhere. No jargon. No tech bro energy. Just real answers, cool people, and stuff you can actually use the next day.
Why It Matters
AI is moving fast. This session gives you the clarity, language, and confidence to keep up, without the hype.
What You’ll Experience
• Clear, honest talk about what AI is and how it’s really being used
• Straightforward insights on what matters, what’s noise, and where to focus
• A welcoming space with good food, drinks, and real conversation
• Straightforward insights on what matters, what’s noise, and where to focus
• A welcoming space with good food, drinks, and real conversation
What You'll Get
• Easy-to-grasp explanations from local AI experts who actually want you to ask questions
• Live Q&A where no question is too basic
• Access to exclusive event recordings, resources and tools
• Live Q&A where no question is too basic
• Access to exclusive event recordings, resources and tools
The Flow
5:00 PM – Curated Networking and refreshments 6:00 PM – Presentation and Q&A Start
Who This Is For
Anyone curious about AI.
Pricing
$29
Seats Are Limited
Bring your curiosity. Leave with clarity.
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