Thoughts on AI

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As the use of AI in content creation becomes more prevalent, many people have expressed concerns about the possibility of machines like ChatGPT taking over jobs traditionally done by human writers. However, it's important to understand that while ChatGPT and other AI language models have the ability to generate text, they are not capable of fully replacing human writers.

One of the main reasons for this is that AI language models, like ChatGPT, are trained on vast amounts of text data, but they lack the ability to understand the context and meaning of that text. This means that while they can generate coherent sentences and paragraphs, they cannot fully grasp the nuances and subtleties of language that human writers use to convey meaning and emotion.

Another limitation of AI language models is their lack of creativity. While they can generate text that is grammatically correct and coherent, it is often formulaic and lacks the unique voice and perspective that human writers bring to their work.

Furthermore, AI language models also lack the ability to understand the intent of the writer. They cannot understand the goal of the text, whether it is to inform, persuade, or entertain, and cannot adjust their output accordingly.

In addition, AI language models also lack the ability to understand the audience, the writer cannot adjust the tone and style of the text to suit the audience.

Despite these limitations, it's important to note that ChatGPT and other AI language models can be valuable tools for human writers. They can be used to generate ideas, perform research, and even assist with editing and proofreading.

In conclusion, while ChatGPT and other AI language models have the ability to generate text, they are not capable of fully replacing human writers. They lack the understanding of context, meaning, intent, and audience that human writers bring to their work. However, they can be valuable tools for human writers to assist with their work.

As a matter of fact, this portion of the newsletter was written by ChatGPT. It highlights the capabilities and limitations of the model, and how it can assist human writers rather than replace them.

Okay, now it's officially Zev. Proof: I lack the ability to use my left thumb. ChatGPT wouldn't know that. Or at least I hope not.

I know you've probably heard a lot of talk about how ChatGPT and other versions of artificial intelligence are going to take over the world. It's everywhere, from the news to Twitter to Facebook. It's like the apocalypse is coming and we'll all be chilling like Barry B. Benson after a won court case.

But you know what all the great writers, artists, and musicians have in common?

They know how to break the rules and do something that's never been done before.

ChatGPT and other AIs are trained on large bodies of text data, called a corpus. All of this text has been written ahead of time, which ChatGPT then uses to come up with its responses. As a result, ChatGPT is really good at producing, as one of my computer scientist friends put it, "bullshit."

It's never going to write like Chekov, sing like Freddie, or paint like Hopper. All it can do is make really good Bullshit-with-a-capital-B. But that's it.

Don't get me wrong, ChatGPT and other AI language models can be valuable tools for human writers, it's just important to remember that they will never replace the creativity and individuality of human artists and writers. Instead of worrying about machines taking over the world, we should focus on how we can use these tools to augment and enhance our own capabilities.

So, there's no need to worry about ChatGPT and other AI taking over the world. At least not yet. They can be a helpful tool for coming up with initial ideas, but the real magic comes when a human puts their own spin on it.

Now, for some cool things:

You Don't Know How Bad the Pizza Box Is. I love deep dives into inconsequential stuff. But damn, is this incredible and hilarious to read. Perfect longform article.

Adolfo Kaminsky Dies at 97; His Forgeries Saved Thousands of Jews. Read this. I can't do it justice through just a sentence or two.

It’s the Coolest Rock Show in Ann Arbor. And Almost Everyone There Is Over 65. This brought me so much joy, I just had to share.

I hope you enjoyed this edition, and that you stick around for a bit as we learn more and more about what AI means for the future of work + creativity. Maybe AI will make a TikTok video, rendering my hobby obsolete.

What do you think? Feel free to hit "reply," and it should come right to me!

and of course, please forward this to anyone you think would find it cool. we've grown substantially over the past few weeks, and i'd love to keep that going!

have a good night,

zev