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How ChatGPT Helped Turn a Home Kitchen Into a Thai Restaurant

Matt Rosenberg and his wife, Chef Kamonwan, used ChatGPT to evaluate neighborhoods, model restaurant unit economics, and ultimately pivot from an unaffordable lease to a legal home-kitchen path that let them test the concept with real customers. By translating dense regulations into checklists, pricing and packaging guidance, and a daily operating plan inside ChatGPT Projects, they soft-launched Bangkok Rush Thai Kitchen, served dozens of meals with five-star feedback, and opened a runway toward a future brick-and-mortar or franchise.

Feb 5th, 2026 | Views 49

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ChatGPT 102: Leveraging AI to Do Your Best Work [Recording]

Next step for growing your skills. Join the OpenAI team to learn how to conduct deep research for report writing, organize your work with Projects, and build custom GPTs to automate tasks. Follow along with the Resource Guide: https://academy.openai.com/home/clubs/work-users-ynjqu/resources/chatgpt-102-webinar-resource-guide

Feb 4th, 2026 | Views 31.7K

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ChatGPT 101: A Guide to Your AI Superassistant [Recording]

Quick start for new users. Join the OpenAI team to explore ChatGPT models, key capabilities, and best-practice prompting. Resource Guide: https://academy.openai.com/home/clubs/work-users-ynjqu/resources/chatgpt-101-webinar-resource-guide

Feb 4th, 2026 | Views 122.5K

About OpenAI Academy

People around the world are embracing generative AI to solve complex problems and enhance creativity, productivity, and learning. OpenAI Academy will help them harness AI’s transformative power through workshops, discussions, and digital content—ranging from foundational AI literacy to advanced integration for engineers. With a mix of online and in-person events, the Academy fosters a vibrant, collaborative community where participants of all backgrounds can gain actionable insights and drive innovation in their fields.

Events

Join virtual and in-person gatherings in your community to learn, network, and collaborate with peers and experts.

Knowledge Hub

Explore quick videos, tutorials, and resources—from AI basics to more advanced content.

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Connect with peers by interest or location for discussions, shared learning, and collaboration.

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Message fellow members to exchange ideas, build relationships, and grow your network.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is OpenAI’s mission?

OpenAI’s mission is to ensure artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity. We aim to create AI tools that empower people, solve hard problems, and drive progress across communities.

Why was OpenAI Academy created?

We launched OpenAI Academy to democratize access to AI knowledge. Our goal is to empower individuals from all backgrounds to confidently integrate AI into their lives, work, and communities.

Who can join OpenAI Academy?

OpenAI Academy is open to everyone, with free enrollment to ensure broad access. Some specialized community groups may require invitations or referrals.

Does OpenAI Academy offer certifications?

We’re going to expand the OpenAI Academy by offering certifications for different levels of AI fluency, from the basics of prompt engineering to AI-enabled work. We plan to pilot OpenAI Certifications starting in late 2025 / early 2026 and look forward to sharing more information soon.

In what languages is OpenAI Academy available?

Currently, OpenAI Academy programming is available in English, with plans to expand to additional languages soon.

Can I host an OpenAI Academy in my community?

We are always looking for motivated hosts across the country and around the world. Ideal hosts include academic institutions and community groups eager to help their members embrace and adopt AI. Contact us [email protected] to express your interest.

Where can I find out about local events?

Once you join OpenAI Academy, navigate to the Events section in the left-hand menu bar to explore upcoming virtual and in-person gatherings.

Where will local events take place?

OpenAI Academy is starting its programs in the United States and plans to scale globally soon.