Who this book is for

The target audience of this book is quite diverse, reflecting the wide range of individuals and organizations that use the platform. Zoom started as an enterprise-specific application, but its ease of use and simple design caused this tool to be easily adopted by consumers all over the globe:

• Business professionals: This group includes corporate executives, managers, team leaders, and employees who rely on Zoom for remote meetings, presentations, and collaboration. They may seek guidance on optimizing their use of Zoom for productivity and effectiveness in a virtual work environment.
• Educators and students: With the rise of online learning, teachers, professors, and students may benefit from this book as it explores best practices for virtual classrooms, engaging remote students, and utilizing Zoom for lectures, discussions, and group projects.
• Freelancers and remote workers: Individuals who work independently or remotely, such as freelancers, consultants, and digital nomads, may find value in learning how to leverage Zoom for client meetings, networking, and maintaining professional connections from anywhere in the world.
• Nonprofit organizations and community groups: Charities, nonprofits, and community organizations often rely on Zoom for virtual events, fundraising, and volunteer coordination. This book offers insights into using Zoom for outreach, collaboration, and building virtual communities.
• Healthcare professionals: Telemedicine has become increasingly prevalent, especially considering public health crises. Healthcare providers, therapists, counselors, and medical administrators may seek guidance on using Zoom for virtual patient consultations, therapy sessions, and staff meetings while maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to regulatory requirements.
• Families and social groups: In an era of social distancing, families, friends, and social clubs have turned to Zoom for virtual gatherings, celebrations, and game nights. This book provides tips for making virtual interactions more engaging, fun, and meaningful.
• Tech enthusiasts and innovators: Those interested in the intersection of technology and society may find value in this book that explores emerging trends in virtual communication and collaboration technologies.

From simple and effective virtual interactions to advanced features such as artificial intelligence (AI) in the realm of communication and collaboration, this Zoom cookbook targets the beginner to the advanced user.