About Simple AI Stuff: My 67-Year-Old Journey with AI

grandpa before ai — My grandfather, Salvatore Selvaggio (1961). An Italian immigrant who built a new life in Chicago and passed down his love of family, food, and hard work.

Why I Created Simple AI Stuff

Hi, I’m Andrew — a 67-year-old culinary professional who spent decades in the restaurant industry, from working in my family’s place as a kid to leading menu innovation for major brands. I’m not a tech expert, but I’ve learned how to make AI a practical everyday helper, and I created Simple AI Stuff so other regular people — especially folks 60 and older — can feel comfortable using it too.

Why I Started This Site

For a long time I was curious about AI but found most explanations too technical and full of jargon. I wanted a place that felt like sitting at the kitchen table with a friend — no hype, just honest, plain-English explanations and real-world tips that actually help. That’s why Simple AI Stuff exists.

My Journey with AI

Like many people my age, I started small. I used AI to compare garage door repair bids, brainstorm new bakery recipes, plan trips, and even just to talk through life challenges when no one else was around. The more I used it, the more I realized how powerful and friendly it can be. Now I use it almost every day, and it genuinely makes life easier and more interesting.

If you’re thinking “I already use AI every day and didn’t even know it,” you’re probably right — whether it’s voice commands in your car, recommendations on your phone, or helpful suggestions from apps.

What You’ll Find Here

Clear explanations of AI concepts
Honest reviews of useful tools
Practical tips you can try today
Real stories from someone who’s still learning right alongside you

Check out some of my favorite posts:

A Little More About Me

I live in Colorado with my Siberian Husky Otis, enjoy cooking experiments, working on home projects, and exploring new technology. I believe AI (and eventually embodied digital intelligence) has huge potential to help people stay independent and curious at any age.

Ready to Get Started?

If you have questions, ideas for future posts, or just want to say hello, please visit the Get in Touch page. I read every message personally.

Thank you for visiting Simple AI Stuff. I’m glad you’re here, and I hope this site helps you feel more confident exploring AI.

Tools I Personally Use and Recommend I started with Grok by xAI because it’s friendly and great for beginners. I also sometimes explore ChatGPT when I want different perspectives.

— Andrew