
Derek, a North Seattle College instructor, is hosting a 90‑minute online workshop titled “Making Sense of AI” on April 8 at 10 a.m. Pacific. The session targets professionals who hear AI buzz but lack a clear, non‑technical entry point. Priced at $50, the class promises live demonstrations, plain‑language explanations, and concrete answers on AI costs, limitations, and privacy. Registration is available through Derek’s consulting website.

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