Dinosaur AI The guide

AI, explained like a human

Had your head in the sand about AI?

A practical, plain-English starting point for people who know they need to catch up—but don’t want another course.

See the guide — US$29 One payment. No subscription.

You’re not too late

AI moved quickly. Most explanations didn’t help.

Perhaps you’ve heard enough about AI to know it matters, but every explanation seems written for programmers, early adopters or people with hours to spare.

Head Out of the Sand starts where you are. It shows you what Claude AI is, how to talk to it, and where it can be genuinely useful—without pretending it will change your life overnight.

Cover of Head Out of the Sand, Core Edition, by Brendan Richardson

Core Edition · digital guide

A calm first step into Claude AI

Written for capable, experienced people who simply didn’t start early—and don’t want to be made to feel foolish for it.

  • 01
    Plain-English explanationsUnderstand the basics without technical language, code or maths.
  • 02
    Practical everyday usesSee how AI can help with writing, research, planning and organising.
  • 03
    Copyable examplesUse clear examples as-is, then adapt them to suit your own work.
  • 04
    Guidance at your paceA reference you can return to whenever you need it.
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A note from the author

“I wrote this for people like us: experienced enough to recognise useful technology, but unimpressed by jargon and hype. You don’t need to become an AI expert. You just need a sensible place to begin.”

Brendan Richardson

Straight answers

Before you decide

Is this a course?

No. It is a digital guide you can read at your own pace and return to when you need it.

Do I need technical experience?

No. The guide assumes you are starting from the beginning. It uses ordinary language and practical examples rather than code or technical theory.

Which AI does the guide cover?

The Core Edition focuses on Claude AI. The principles will also help you understand how to work more clearly with other conversational AI tools.

How will I receive it?

After purchase, you’ll receive access by email. Check the email address you enter at checkout, along with your spam or promotions folder if it does not arrive promptly.

Is there a subscription?

No. The guide is a one-off US$29 purchase. Any optional upgrades are clearly shown before you choose them.

A better place to begin

Bring your head out of the sand.

Catch up without the noise, pressure or embarrassment.

See Head Out of the Sand — US$29