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2020science

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Exploring how emerging tech shapes the future. Professor at ASU. Author. GitHub: https://github.com/2020science/ Homepage: https://andrewmaynard.net
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2020science··on Show HN: I rebuilt my book on tech and movies for AI
This is an experiment in using a markdown architecture coordinated through llms.txt to make a book and associated content as legible as possible to LLMs

The original files can be browsed on GitHub: https://github.com/2020science/spoileralert-wtf

2020science··on AI Panic and the Long History of Bad Predictions
A useful resource here: https://techlashed.org/
2020science··on Is Consciousness an Illusion.Let's Discuss
Does the capacity to experience illusion require consciousness?
2020science··on Dear Aliens: A Writing Contest
Looking forward to seeing the entries - Voyager, crowdsourced? (or slop - guess we'll see)
2020science··on Australian government and Anthropic sign MOU for AI safety and research
Good for Australia
2020science··on President's new science council: 9 billionaires and 1 scientist
It's an issue! As someone who's worked on science policy for decades, including time in the Beltway, you cannot develop a robust and world-leading science policy strategy with technologists alone!
2020science··on Ex-Physicist Might Be the Future of Music. He's Also Enemy No. 1
Fine for music that's transactional (background, ads, movie tracks) - suspect this is not the future of music based on shared human experiences
2020science··on Do your own writing
I find it depends on context. I write a lot as an academic and author. When I need to generate functional content that has a specific purpose (knowledge base, transfer of information etc) I will use AI where it makes sense. Where I write to explore ideas, develop my own thinking, and connect with others in a very relational way, I intentionally do not use AI. Plus, when I do this, writing is an extension of my identity and I'd rather not give that away!
2020science··on Ask HN: Do you yell at your AI agents?
I suspect the lack of consequences to getting mad help - no relationships that can be broken and that need mending. Not sure it's healthy, and yes, I do it when Claude simply does not get it or I know i could do better :)
2020science··on Ask HN: What's the latest concensus on OpenAI vs. Anthropic $20/month tier?
My experience is that it all comes down to personal fit and feel. I switched from ChatGPT to Clause several months ago and much prefer it - although do get frustrated at glitches and hitting limits. But I'm a writer and academic, and the LLM fits my purpose better. With what I do ChatGPT does nott feel great to use.
2020science··on Show HN: I created a free LLMs.txt generator
Looks like a useful tool - just beginning to explore adding llms.txt to my sites. Frustrated that because it isn't a standard many LLMs will not look at or use, but a potentially low friction step toward future proofing!
2020science··on Show HN: The Alphabetical Clock
Got me thinking about novel clock designs in digital space - seems like something vibe coding could open the floodgates to :)