Carmel HelpYour neighbor in tech
Carmel, California
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AI, in plain English

Helping make AI
make sense.

Patient, private lessons that help you use AI confidently in everyday life - with a decade of experience across Google and Meta, right beside you.

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Or call directly: 1-800-535-9831

One to oneYour questions, your device, your pace.
In personYour home, a library, or a coffee shop.
$200 per hourPractical help, not a generic class.

Start with something useful.

AI becomes much less intimidating when it solves a problem you already have. Bring a task, a question, or simple curiosity - we'll work through it together.

01

Catch scams before they cost you

Verify suspicious texts, spot voice-clone fraud, and learn the red flags that even smart people miss.

02

Dispute confusing bills

Review charges line by line, draft a dispute script, and make the call together so you never feel cornered.

03

Understand your lab results

Translate medical jargon into plain language and build a printed list of questions for your next appointment.

04

Prepare for doctor visits

Organize symptoms, medications, and concerns into a clear agenda so nothing gets missed in a rushed 15-minute visit.

05

Handle your own tech

Fix what's broken, set up voice dictation, sort out updates - and stop calling your kids every time something changes.

Book your first session$200 for one hour, wherever you're comfortable

What people are saying

"I had a doctor's appointment coming up and didn't understand my lab results. Daniel showed me how to get a clear summary and the right questions to ask."

- Retired physician, Carmel

"He helped me plan our entire Italy trip in one session. Flights, hotels, daily itineraries - all organized exactly how I wanted."

- Couple in Pebble Beach

"I wanted to write a letter to my grandchildren about our family history. Daniel showed me how to get my stories into words that actually sound like me."

- Carmel Valley resident
Call 1-800-535-9831Most people start with just one session

What happens in a session?

No presentation and no tech-speak. We sit down with the phone, tablet, or computer you already use and focus on what matters to you.

01 / Choose

Bring a real task

A message you're unsure about. A trip you're planning. A project you keep putting off.

02 / Practice

Do it together

You stay in control while we turn a vague idea into clear prompts and useful results.

03 / Judge

Check the answer

Learn to notice errors, verify important details, and know when AI is the wrong tool.

Private instruction

Clear, simple pricing.

$200
per one-hour session
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About Daniel

Daniel Bales

Spanning a decade at companies including Google and Meta, I worked on products used by millions of people. Now I live in Carmel and help my neighbors understand the AI tools that are changing everyday life.

I started doing this because friends and family kept asking the same question: "Is this safe to click?" That turned into longer conversations about what AI can actually do, where it falls short, and how to use it without giving up your privacy or common sense.

Sessions are private, unhurried, and always on your own device. Nothing is installed without your permission, and everything we discuss stays between us.

Common questions

If yours isn't here, just call. There are no silly questions - that's the whole point.

Do I need to buy anything first?

No. We work with whatever phone, tablet, or computer you already have. No special software or accounts are required.

Is my information private?

Completely. I never share what we discuss, and I'll show you how to use AI tools without exposing personal details.

What if I'm not good with technology?

That's exactly who this is for. We go at your pace, and I explain everything in plain language.

Where do sessions happen?

Wherever you're most comfortable - your home, a local library, or a coffee shop in Carmel or nearby communities.

What if I only want one session?

That's perfectly fine. One session can solve a specific problem. Most people find two or three sessions give them real confidence.

Can you help with medical or financial documents?

I can show you how to use AI to summarize and understand complex material. For actual medical or financial advice, I'll always recommend consulting the right professional.

"The best first step isn't learning everything about AI. It's finding one thing it can make easier."
- Daniel Bales

Ready to get started?

One call. One hour. One thing that gets easier.

Call 1-800-535-9831

Available in Carmel and the Monterey Peninsula

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