Everyday AI: A Minimal Practical Guide

Sushmita Sen Gupta · Debaprasad Mukherjee

Apr 2026 · Debaprasad Mukherjee

About this ebook

Everyone around you is talking about AI — ChatGPT, machine learning, algorithms, neural networks. But what does it all actually mean?

EverydayAI is the no-jargon handbook written for curious, non-technical people who want to understand the AI terms shaping our world. Whether you've heard these words at work, in the news, or at the dinner table, this guide explains them clearly, simply, and without the tech speak.

Inside you'll find:

-Plain-language definitions of the most common AI terms

-Real-world examples you can relate to

-A quick-reference glossary you'll return to again and again

You don't need a computer science degree. You just need this book.

Perfect for professionals, students, educators, and anyone who wants to keep up with the AI revolution — on their own terms.

Ratings and reviews

Everyday AI: A Minimal Practical Guide is a refreshingly simple yet powerful introduction to using AI in daily life. Sushmita Sen Gupta strips away the fear and complexity around artificial intelligence, presenting it as a practical tool rather than a technical mystery. The book stands out for its hands-on approach—focusing on real-life applications, clear prompts, and actionable steps that anyone can follow without prior technical knowledge. It emphasizes working with AI, not depending on it .

A highly practical and insightful read. The book simplifies complex ideas into clear, actionable steps you can apply immediately. What stands out is its focus on mindset along with execution, making it useful for students, professionals, and entrepreneurs alike. It’s engaging, well-structured, and not just theoretical—you actually gain tools you can use. Definitely a book worth revisiting.

Everyday AI has done something great that many AI books have not done yet. Writers Sushmita & Debaprasad have thoughtfully designed it for beginners. The book stripped out the noise and focused on clarity. Must buy for all.

About the author

Sushmita Sen Gupta

20+ years Digital Marketing, AI Strategy & Technology Adoption Leader;Co- founder of Grow Smart with AI (https://growsmartwithai.com/); Practitioner working at the intersection of AI, data-driven marketing, and digital transformation;B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA (IIT) with top university ranks; Recognised AI Innovation Leader( AI kiran) and National AI Olympiad Merit Holder (2025); Leadership with AI from IIT Delhi; Former Digital Strategy planner for Global MNC brands in several countries with global organisations across technology, healthcare, and consumer sectors; Specialist making AI understandable; Advocate for responsible, accessible AI adoption.

Debaprasad Mukherjee

20+ years Professor of CSE (CORE + JOB subjects) (Effective Educator for Employability Enhancement- Everything made Extremely Easy for Everyone); All experience & qualifications from nationally accredited & ranked organizations/departments (NAAC/NBA/NIRF); PhD CSE (CSIR- 2011); Theoretical Computer Science researcher-author (Tertiary Multidisciplinary Concept Engineering Research).Nationally renowned campaigner of "Generalized Multi-disciplinary Tertiary Research.”