Generative and Agentic AI

Generative and Agentic AI: Building the Future of Intelligence is a comprehensive guide that bridges the gap between theory and practice in Artificial Intelligence. Designed for students, educators, professionals, and curious learners, this book offers a clear and accessible pathway into one of the most transformative technologies of our time. Starting from the fundamentals of AI, the book explores its history, evolution, and the breakthroughs that shaped the modern era of machine learning and deep learning. It then delves into the world of Generative AI—where machines create text, images, and music—and Agentic AI, which focuses on autonomous, decision-making systems that interact intelligently with their environment. Unlike typical technical texts, this book is filled with real-life stories, examples, ASCII diagrams, and Python code implementations to ensure concepts are both engaging and practical. Every chapter concludes with assignments, multiple-choice questions, coding exercises, and interview-style problems to strengthen understanding and prepare readers for academic and professional challenges. Covering applications in business, education, cybersecurity, healthcare, art, and ethics, this book not only teaches how AI works but also why it matters in shaping society. It is both a learning companion and a project guide, empowering readers to master AI and apply it to real-world problems.