# From ChatGPT to agentic AI: Practical AI for startups, small businesses and freelancers

From ChatGPT to agentic AI: Practical AI for startups, small businesses and freelancers at University of West London, Wednesday 28 October 2026, 12:00.

- Venue: University of West London
- Go to page: https://www.uwl.ac.uk/whats-on/chatgpt-agentic-ai-practical-ai-startups-small-businesses-and-freelancers

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A practical in-person session on how the latest AI tools can help businesses work smarter, automate tasks and unlock opportunities. The University of West London hosts it at its Westmont Enterprise Hub. It explores how AI is moving from chat-based tools towards agentic AI, covering AI agents versus traditional chatbots, practical AI for brainstorming, problem-solving, automation and software creation, and guidance on choosing the right AI setup. Attendees must bring a laptop and will receive an online guide afterwards.

## Dates

- Wednesday 28 October 12:00 — University of West London

Written by a model, sources: [uwl.ac.uk](https://www.uwl.ac.uk/whats-on/chatgpt-agentic-ai-practical-ai-startups-small-businesses-and-freelancers)

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