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Custom, hands-on training for teams, conferences, and communities, built around the work that matters most to you.
Facilitated liveView outcomesHands-on AI training that sticks
Leave with a workflow, not just a certificate.
Start on the path towards AI literacy with hands-on AI training from a recognized expert.
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- Small businessesBoost revenue, lower costs, and mitigate risks with AI-powered workflows
- Mission-focused orgs10x your impact without compromising your values
- Individuals in transitionAcquire skills needed for a new job or to earn that promotion
Hands-on, small-group AI training
400+ professionals trained
Trusted by
Built by
Nick Wagner, founder
Nick spent years evaluating language models at the Institute for Defense Analyses, then helped shape national AI policy as an AAAS fellow at the NSF. He holds a PhD from Northwestern, has trained over 400 professionals, and built this platform himself with the same tools he teaches.
Experience and partnersIDAInst. for Defense AnalysesNSFNational Science Fdn.DoSU.S. State DeptTULThe Upskilling LabsACTACT Now EducationSCSPSpecial Competitive Studies ProjectTechnical.lyRealLIST Innovators 2026
Training and services
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1:1 coaching
One-on-one time to integrate AI into your existing workflow, with custom tools built around what you actually need.
Personal guidanceBook a free intro callOnline courses
Guided AI projects you work through at your own pace, building something tangible as you go.
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Coding4 modulesPreview
Introduction to Claude Code
You leave with: a personal portfolio website.
Get notifiedFinding a job3 modulesPreview
Use AI to Land Your Next Role
You leave with: a tailored resume and outreach plan.
Get notifiedNonprofit4 modulesPreview
AI for Nonprofit Teams
You leave with: a grant draft and donor summary.
Get notifiedFinance60-90 minPreview
Financial Modeling with AI
You leave with: a model structure and scenario notes.
Get notifiedResearch4 modulesPreview
AI for Research & Analysis
You leave with: a sourced research brief.
Get notifiedPolicy3 modulesPreview
AI for Policy & Government Work
You leave with: a clear, defensible policy memo.
Get notifiedSecurity4 modulesPreview
AI and Cybersecurity
You leave with: an AI-assisted security review.
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A clear path from AI curiosity to useful work.
Real practice through courses, workshops, and projects that help you build something, instead of sitting through one more webinar.
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Start with a real task
Pick a course, workshop, or guided project tied to work you actually need to execute.
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Build with guidance
Work hands-on with the tools and get support from a real instructor while the project is still taking shape.
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Leave with something you can use
Walk away with something tangible: a workflow, an agent, a dashboard, or a finished project that helps you scale, save time, or generate revenue.
Free guide, no purchase
5 creative ways to put AI to work
A free, hands-on guide to making AI genuinely useful. We walk through a job search as the worked example, but the techniques transfer to whatever you are working on.
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Clear instruction, practical outcomes.
Great training for beginners with hands-on help throughout the session. The instructor was extremely knowledgeable and made concepts easy to understand and apply.
Madhu JalanSenior Associate, Johns Hopkins
Workshop, February 2026Before learning from Nicholas, I knew virtually nothing about AI and felt overwhelmed by both the technology and its applications. He was patient and understanding, breaking down topics in an approachable way, and connected his teaching to my career and interests.
Brenda Dimaya1:1 coaching client
January 2026Nicholas covered the different types of Claude platforms and how to use them, and learning to ask Claude follow up questions to explain what I didn't understand.
Claire GillFounder and President, National Menopause Foundation
Workshop, February 2026You are not doing this alone
Learn alongside people figuring out AI together.
The learning is just beginning when a course ends. Members join a filtered community to share what is working, ask questions, and attend live workshops with Nick.
Apply to join the community- A members spaceShare workflows, wins, and impact with people working toward similar goals.
- Events and project nightsWorkshops, guest sessions, and live learning experiences with Nick and the community.
Accessible pricing
AI literacy should be for everyone.
We offer reduced and free access for people working toward something bigger. The goal is simple: keep education within reach.
Veterans
Discounted enrollment on courses and coaching. Just verify your service.
Nonprofits
Reduced team rates for mission-driven organizations and the people who run them.
Students
Student pricing with a valid .edu email or proof of enrollment.
Unemployed
Reduced or free access while you are between roles and building back.