In the latter part of the article, Dobrenko invites readers to share their thoughts on AI and its uses. He also announces his upcoming workshop on writing, which is part of a 4-week writing intensive called "Season 4: A More Beautiful Question" organized by the writing collective Foster. The workshop aims to teach participants how to write in a funny and vulnerable manner, and to approach writing as a way of exploring questions rather than providing answers.
Key takeaways:
- The author criticizes the overuse and overhype of AI in tech companies, suggesting that it's often used as a marketing gimmick rather than a truly innovative feature.
- He argues that many AI features are poorly executed and do not live up to the hype, using examples from Canva's "Magic Design" feature.
- The author expresses frustration with the tech industry's "copycat logic" and the rush to invest in AI, even when it may not be beneficial or innovative.
- He encourages readers to question the value and effectiveness of AI features, and to appreciate non-tech, non-AI aspects of life.