Easy AI Essentials: Smart Homes with Bridget Burke

They play music. They adjust the lights. They vacuum. They talk to our kids. They project movies onto the wall. They listen when we don’t know that they are listening.

In this brand-new class, AI expert Bridget Burke introduces us to the world of  AI-powered smart homes and the very real tradeoffs we face between convenience and privacy, automation and autonomy. From robot vacuums that map your floor plan to wearable AI glasses that record your life, we will explore what is really “walking through our doors,” what kind of data is being collected (and from whom), and how it may be used in ways we never expected.

This isn’t about fear; it’s about digital awareness and modern self-defense. You will leave with five easy actions you can take today to protect your space, your family, and your peace of mind, no tech background required.

Whether you are curious, cautious, or just keeping up, this is one class you won’t want to miss!

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About the Teacher: Bridget Burke is your guide to the exciting world of AI. With a degree from Columbia University and over 30 years of global technology experience, Bridget has mastered the art of making complex concepts easy to understand and enjoyable to learn.

She has held top tech roles in major companies and institutions including Chief Information Officer and Chief Security Office, HID Global Corp.; Chief Technology Officer, Interlogix (UTC Corp); and Director, Security Enterprise Management, Harvard University. Today, as the Principal Investigator at BridgetLab.ai, she’s at the forefront of AI innovation, with a special passion for humanoid robotics.

Splitting her time between the AI innovation hubs of San Francisco, Boston, and New York City, Bridget thrives on being immersed in the latest tech and helping people use AI to make everyday life better. But on Saturdays, you will likely find her unwinding with a good book, nestled in a chair by the window at her favorite nook of knowledge, the Mill Valley Public Library. Curious to learn more, connect with Bridget on LinkedIn (www.linkedin.com/in/bridget-burke).

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