I Think I'm Done Thinking About GenAI for Now

a year ago

The author compares their problem-solving approach to the fictional detective Monk, who obsesses over details until they make sense, rather than the more systematic Sherlock Holmes.
They express skepticism about generative AI (genAI), finding its aesthetic qualities and processes unpleasant, especially in software development where it often produces errors and requires extensive correction.
The author highlights concerns about genAI's energy usage, educational impact (facilitating cheating), privacy issues, and the unethical sourcing of training data.
They discuss the economic implications of genAI, predicting a potential crash due to overinvestment and unrealistic expectations.
The author admits to feeling overwhelmed by the discourse around genAI and decides to step back, acknowledging they cannot definitively prove their skepticism but still feel deeply uneasy about the technology.

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