I thought I was leaving technology behind. A system developer turned homesteader, I moved to a small off-grid cabin in the woods, trading servers for soil and frameworks for firewood. But reality hit fast — I knew nothing about water heaters, heat pumps, car maintenance, or even how to prune an apple tree.

So what did I do? I did what any AI geek would — I built custom GPTs. For. EVERYTHING.

# What to Expect

While custom GPTs is one example, we’ll go far beyond that. This session explores how generative AI can be an essential tool for mastering new skills, solving real-world problems, and accelerating personal growth. Whether you want to learn faster, break down complex topics, or get hands-on guidance for practical tasks, AI can become your ultimate learning assistant.

# Advantages & Challenges

Generative AI is not perfect by far — it gives instant insights, personalized learning, problem-solving and lies right to your face. We’ll discuss the strengths, pitfalls, and best ways to use AI as a learning partner without over-relying on it.

# Key Learning Outcomes

By the end of this session, you’ll have:
- The ability to break down and master any complex topic
- A deeper understanding of AI’s role as a tutor, guide, and assistant
- A fun reminder that no matter how far you run from tech, it always finds you!