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AI is changing how products are built, but you don't need to be a software engineer to take advantage of it. Today's AI-powered development tools make it possible for founders, entrepreneurs, and business professionals to build functional applications, automate workflows, and prototype ideas using natural language instead of traditional programming. This workshop is a hands-on workshop designed specifically for non-technical founders who want to explore how AI can accelerate product development and business operations. Participants will learn how tools like Cursor AI and Claude Code dramatically lower the barrier to building software by transforming simple prompts into working applications.
During the session, attendees will build a simple chatbot web application using AI-assisted development tools while learning core concepts behind modern AI workflows. The workshop also introduces Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers, connecting applications to the Groq API, and replacing mock responses with real AI-generated outputs. Throughout the session, technical concepts are presented in an approachable, beginner-friendly way that emphasizes understanding over coding expertise. Whether you're exploring a new startup idea or looking to improve internal processes, this workshop demonstrates how AI can become a powerful business-building tool.
Who Should Attend
- Non-technical founders and entrepreneurs
- Startup teams exploring AI-powered development
- Business professionals interested in workflow automation
- Product managers and innovators
- Anyone curious about building AI-powered applications without coding
Venue
3rd Floor, Shared Workspace Large Board Room 331
Location
mHUB 1623 W Fulton St 1623 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60612, US Get Directions
Date and Time
08/11/26 @ 1:00 PM
08/11/26 @ 1:00 PM
Tags
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