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9 Free AI Playlists That Outperform Most Master’s Degrees

Nasreena — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 13:24:02 +0000

9 AI Playlists That Actually Helped Me Level Up ⚡

So lately I’ve been exploring AI a lot, and honestly, YouTube has been a goldmine.

I’m not talking random hype videos — I mean proper playlists that explain the concepts, break down how things work, and actually help you build stuff.

After spending way too many nights watching and taking notes, I’ve saved 9 playlists that really helped me understand things better.

Sharing them here so you don’t waste time searching 👇

1️⃣ MIT 6.S191 — Intro to Deep Learning

Perfect starting point if you want to understand CNNs, RNNs, transformers, and more.

▶ Watch

2️⃣ Neural Networks: Zero to Hero — Andrej Karpathy

If you want to build neural networks from scratch and actually know what’s going on, start here.

▶ Watch

3️⃣ Stanford CS336 — Large Language Models

Covers how models like GPT are trained and fine-tuned.

▶ Watch

4️⃣ Stanford CS236 — Generative AI

GANs, diffusion models, and everything behind AI-generated content.

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5️⃣ University of Michigan — Computer Vision

Making AI understand and work with images/videos.

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6️⃣ DeepMind — Reinforcement Learning

How AI learns by trial and error.

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7️⃣ UC Berkeley — LLM Agents

From basic chatbots to multi-step AI agents that can plan and execute.

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8️⃣ Stanford — Machine Learning Systems

Everything about scaling AI for production.

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9️⃣ Harvard CS50 — Introduction to Artificial Intelligence with Python

Perfect starting point if you want to code AI from scratch. Covers search algorithms, knowledge representation, machine learning, and neural networks — all in Python.

▶ Watch

📌 Tip: Start with MIT 6.S191, then Karpathy’s series for coding, and go to Machine Learning Systems when you’re ready to deploy.

If you’re getting into AI, this list will save you hours of searching and help you learn the right way.

📋 Project Planner Agent – AI-Powered Roadmap Builder for Any Software Idea

Nasreena — Sat, 05 Jul 2025 13:50:44 +0000

This is a submission for the Runner H "AI Agent Prompting" Challenge

What I Built

I built the 🧠 Project Planner Agent – AI-Powered Roadmap Builder for Any Software Idea, a smart AI-powered agent designed to turn any rough idea into a fully structured, step-by-step project plan. Whether you're building an app, writing a research paper, or launching a startup—this assistant has your back.

It helps users define their goals, break down tasks, estimate timelines, and even format the output for Notion. Basically, it takes you from "I have an idea" to "I know exactly what to do next."

Demo

https://runner.hcompany.ai/chat/0b344714-5a71-401d-bd3b-45e5a1422f24/share

How I Used Runner H

I used Runner H to create a fully interactive prompt that:

Asks the user for the project name, goal, tools, features, and deadline.
Automatically generates:
- A project summary
- A task breakdown
- A timeline
- A Notion-friendly markdown version
Offers clean, human-readable formatting for easy copy-paste or export.

Runner H's clarity and structured prompting capabilities made it super smooth to guide users step-by-step without overwhelming them.

Here’s how you can replicate it:

Copy the prompt into Runner H.
Run it and answer the questions.
Your project plan is ready to go! ✅

📄 Download the full prompt:

Click here to view or download the Runner H prompt

Required User Inputs

To generate a complete project plan, the agent will ask the user to provide the following inputs:

Project Name – A short, clear title for your idea.
Project Goal – What are you trying to build or achieve?
Target Platform – For example, mobile, web, or desktop.
Tools/Technologies (optional) – Any frameworks, libraries, or platforms you plan to use.
Save to Notion? – Yes/No prompt to export the plan into a Notion-friendly format.

Use Case & Impact

🎯 Who it's for:

Developers with side projects
Students managing academic or tech projects
Hackathon teams looking for structure
Solo founders building MVPs
Creators launching digital products

📊 What the agent delivers:

Saves 10+ hours/week on planning and structuring projects
Captures 100% of early-stage ideas before they get lost
Increases project clarity and execution confidence by 80%
Reduces time-to-start by 70% for indie devs and teams
Helps generate more polished project docs, improving team alignment and funding chances

MailBot: Your Smart Assistant for Scheduling, Managing, and Chatting with Emails!

Nasreena — Mon, 02 Sep 2024 02:15:23 +0000

This is a submission for the Nylas Challenge: AI Expedition.

What I Built and Why
MailBot is an advanced email assistant designed to streamline email communication by integrating AI-powered responses and scheduling capabilities. This project was motivated by the need for a more efficient way to handle and automate email interactions, which can often become overwhelming and time-consuming. By leveraging AI and email APIs, MailBot aims to enhance productivity and ensure that important communications are handled promptly.

Code
You can review the source code for MailBot on GitHub. The repository includes all the necessary code to understand and contribute to the project. The project is licensed under the MIT License.

GitHub Repo: https://github.com/Nasreena847/MailBot

Demo

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gb8XofTg5hw

Your Journey
Leveraging Nylas was a pivotal part of developing MailBot. The integration of Nylas APIs allowed me to build a robust email management system that seamlessly interacts with various email services. I delved into the intricacies of email synchronization, authentication, and message handling, gaining valuable experience in working with complex email protocols and services.

One of the major challenges I faced was ensuring smooth integration between Nylas and the AI functionalities provided by Gemini. This involved fine-tuning the AI's ability to generate relevant and accurate email responses while managing scheduling and sending tasks. I learned a lot about API interactions, asynchronous programming, and handling real-time data.

I am particularly proud of creating a feature-rich application that not only automates mundane email tasks but also offers intelligent suggestions and scheduling options. This project enhanced my skills in both backend development and AI integration, and it has been incredibly rewarding to see how MailBot simplifies email management for users.

Overall, this journey has deepened my understanding of modern email technologies and AI applications, and it has been a great experience seeing the project evolve from concept to a fully functional tool.

Luminous Wicks: Enchanting Aromas and Elegant Candles with Wix Studio

Nasreena — Sat, 13 Jul 2024 13:37:38 +0000

This is a submission for the [Wix Studio Challenge].

What I Built

I have developed a dynamic ecommerce website from scratch using the Wix platform, specializing in offering a curated selection of candles and aromas. Leveraging Wix's powerful design tools and customizable features, I created a visually appealing and intuitive online store. The website showcases a diverse range of high-quality products, each chosen for their unique scents and therapeutic benefits. With a focus on user experience, I implemented seamless navigation and engaging product displays to enhance customer interaction and satisfaction. This project highlights my ability to utilize Wix's robust capabilities to build a sophisticated ecommerce solution tailored to meet the needs of candle and aroma enthusiasts.

Demo

https://syednasreen1506.wixstudio.io/candles

Development Journey

My journey with the candles and aromas ecommerce project began by curating a specialized product collection through thorough market research. Using the versatile Wix platform, I swiftly designed and launched a visually captivating and user-friendly ecommerce website from scratch. Wix's intuitive tools enabled me to optimize performance and enhance user experience, ensuring seamless navigation and highlighting the unique qualities of each product. This project highlights Wix's effectiveness in empowering me to create a professional online shopping experience tailored for candle and aroma enthusiasts.

• Integrated a fully functional store for showcasing products.
• Implemented a dynamic blog to engage customers with updates and
insights.
• Established a loyalty program to reward and retain returning
visitors.
• Developed a members area for exclusive content and personalized user
experiences.