News about generative artificial intelligence (AI) is at a fever pitch and AI is already impacting industries. AI Primer for Business Leaders is a quick guide for business professionals who want to establish a baseline understanding to navigate this transformative technology. Whether you're a business leader in software development, an entrepreneur, or a tech-savvy executive, this book demystifies AI and provides metaphors to help build a mental model using real-world applications. Key Features: •30k-foot view of the generative AI lifecycle •A review of various companies' specific uses of generative AI and their business impacts •A look at the bedrock of generative AI: high-quality data •Perspective from a software engineer professional in the industry