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Start here: learn AI in 7 days

Short answer: spend about 10 minutes a day for a week. Each day has one small task and a prompt to copy. You'll try ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude and Copilot for free, then pick the one you like.

Everything here works on free plans. No card needed.

  1. Day 1

    Learn what AI chat is

    Read the first part of the guide, then ask any free AI tool one everyday question.

    Try thisExplain in plain words what you can help me with, in five short bullet points.

    Read: How to use AI for beginners →

  2. Day 2

    Try ChatGPT

    Make a free account and write one short message you actually need to send.

    Try thisWrite a short, friendly text to my neighbor asking to borrow their ladder on Saturday.

    Read: ChatGPT for beginners →

  3. Day 3

    Try Gemini

    Sign in with your Google account and plan a few dinners.

    Try thisPlan three easy dinners for this week using chicken, rice and frozen vegetables. Then give me a shopping list.

    Read: Gemini for beginners →

  4. Day 4

    Try Claude

    Ask Claude to explain something confusing. Cover up any account numbers first.

    Try thisExplain this letter in plain words and tell me if I need to do anything:

    Read: Claude for beginners →

  5. Day 5

    Try Copilot

    Open Copilot on the web, on Windows or on your phone, and make a picture.

    Try thisMake a cheerful picture of a sunflower in a blue pot for a birthday card.

    Read: How to use Microsoft Copilot →

  6. Day 6

    Learn what not to type

    Read the short list of things to keep out of any AI chat, like passwords and bank numbers.

    Try thisWhat kinds of personal information should I never share with an AI chatbot?

    Read: Is ChatGPT safe? →

  7. Day 7

    Pick your favorite

    Choose the tool you liked most and use it for one real job this week.

    Try thisHelp me make a simple checklist for everything I need to do this weekend.

    Read: Best AI tools for beginners →

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