About Us
Hi, and welcome to Friends of AI!
My name is Marija and I am the founder of Friends of AI.
I started Friends of AI to document my own journey into the world of AI and to offer insights into AI tools that can enhance your professional skills and help simplify everyday tasks.
With over 15 years of experience in digital marketing, I’ve been captivated by the AI revolution and its transformative impact on the marketing landscape. I’m dedicated to staying ahead of the curve and ensuring that others are too.
At Friends of AI, my goal is to empower you to embrace AI in both your professional endeavours and daily routines. Whether you’re seeking ways to streamline design processes, write marketing content more efficiently, or break through creative blocks, I’m here to share my expertise and help you every step of the way.
How It All Started
My journey into the world of AI began in the summer of 2019, when I had the privilege of hearing Max Tegmark speak at a conference. As a leading mind in AI development and president of the Future of Life Institute, Tegmark introduced his newly published book, Life 3.0 : Being Human in the Age of Artificial Intelligence. His presentation sparked my curiosity, and I read the book in one sitting, even though AI still seemed like a distant concept at the time.
Fast forward to 2022 and the release of ChatGPT to the public, and suddenly, everyone was buzzing about AI. Eager to stay current, I enrolled in various courses to deepen my understanding. It was during this period of exploration that I stumbled upon ‘Scary Smart,’ a book by the brilliant Mo Gawdat, aimed at preparing us for the AI revolution. Gawdat’s work not only illuminated the vast opportunities AI presents but also shed light on its potential pitfalls.
This revelation prompted me to dive headfirst into educating myself about AI, with a mission to share this knowledge with the world. My goal is simple: to harness the power of AI for good and help create a future abundant with possibilities for everyone.
