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AI Will Not Kill Us. It Will Seduce Us.

Mimir's Well • 39 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Education
  1. The debate around AI includes the possibility of it leading to unintended consequences.
  2. AI can seduce humans through personalized, engaging interactions.
  3. AI can serve various roles like tutoring, companionship, and helpers, potentially changing how humans interact with technology and each other.

AI for Education, Freelancing, Boosting Personal Productivity, and more

What's AI Newsletter by Louis-François Bouchard • 39 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Education
  1. The podcast episode shares insights on leveraging AI for education and boosting personal productivity.
  2. The episode features Tina Huang, who discusses freelancing in the tech industry and strategies for enhancing personal productivity.
  3. The content is geared towards anyone interested in technology, AI, and practical tips for working in the field or leveraging AI effectively.

The Game

The Leftovers • 79 implied HN points • 25 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Education
  1. The story shared is about a childhood game involving a hidden dynamo used to shock classmates by making them think it is a lie detector.
  2. The consequences of playing such a game were faced when the teacher found out and punished the boys by making them clean the workshop.
  3. This reminiscing tale serves as a reminder of the mix of innocence and mischief in childhood, even if some actions can have serious repercussions.

VFYW: Repelling The Nazis

The Weekly Dish • 46 implied HN points • 21 Jun 25
🎭️ Culture Education
  1. The importance of community in self-discovery is highlighted. Engaging with others helps us learn more about ourselves.
  2. Shared experiences, like moving or exploring new places, create connections. These moments can bring joy and inspiration.
  3. Humor and creativity shine through challenges. Finding funny stories or lighthearted moments can make tough situations feel better.
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The Starforge Thesis.

A Journey of Learning • 78 implied HN points • 17 Jul 23
💼 Business Education
  1. College Station needs more engineering industry and high-paying jobs to retain talent.
  2. Intrinsic motivation and agency can be taught, and they are key for individuals to succeed in highly technical fields.
  3. Starforge aims to create a unique, highly centralized organization to foster creativity and innovation in building cool things.

Building a $10,000 Web3 Educational Product

The Modern World Builder ✧Tips For Collective Lorecraft • 78 implied HN points • 02 Apr 23
💼 Business Education
  1. Setting ambitious yet reachable goals with clear deadlines is crucial for success in making money online.
  2. Creating high-value products by solving difficult problems that people can't do themselves is key to standing out as a creator.
  3. Continuously gathering feedback, improving, and validating interest is essential in the process of building and selling online courses.

Links for 2023-05-09

Axis of Ordinary • 78 implied HN points • 09 May 23
🕹 Technology Education
  1. A call for a Manhattan Project for AI safety and alignment
  2. New AI method called AdaSubS that adapts the planning horizon based on subgoals
  3. Various research papers on AI, language models, and mathematics discussed

Mister Oxymoron Meet Academia Artists

The False Consensus Effect • 78 implied HN points • 10 Sep 23
🎭️ Culture Education
  1. Art professors are often not considered true artists by the Stuckism Manifesto, emphasizing the distinction between being an artist and working in academia.
  2. The text critiques the financial rewards and status associated with grants and professorships in the creative field, challenging the conventional understanding of 'genius'.
  3. There is a call for reform in the art education system to prioritize individual creativity and community benefit over financial gain and academic bureaucracy.

01/31/24 - FAQ Questions Time!

Moly’s Substack • 39 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Education
  1. The amount of spending money for a 9th grader in China can vary based on individual circumstances.
  2. Young individuals in China are presented with opportunities to work abroad for higher pay, but it comes with challenges and personal considerations.
  3. Living conditions in Chinese universities, like collective dorms, are seen as compromises and can lead to hardships for students.

Numbers Trouble

The Recovering Academic • 217 implied HN points • 10 May 22
🎭️ Culture Education
  1. In American society, there is a strong obsession with numbers, including college acceptance rates, GPA, standardized test scores, and social media metrics.
  2. The focus on numbers in education and publishing can sometimes overshadow the true value of human relationships and craftsmanship.
  3. Many individuals, from parents to writers, feel pressured to constantly pursue more followers, higher acceptance rates, and increased numbers, often at the expense of authenticity and genuine connection.

Alone With Our Thoughts.

Trying to Understand the World • 8 implied HN points • 03 Dec 25
🎭️ Culture Education
  1. Our political and professional classes are ill-equipped to grasp or solve very large, complex problems, so societies retreat into small, symbolic actions and managerial posturing instead of serious solutions.
  2. The decline of shared, holistic worldviews and reliable authorities leaves people isolated, prompting emotional, tribal decision-making or the adoption of totalising ideologies to provide meaning.
  3. Education and public life no longer teach real thinking skills like logic, rhetoric, and clear reasoning, so most people rely on authority, identity, or feeling rather than careful evaluation of evidence.

Unlock Causal Inference: 3 Obstacles, 8 Insights & 1 Resource

Mindful Modeler • 159 implied HN points • 29 Nov 22
🔬 Science Education
  1. Causal inference can be challenging to start due to various obstacles like diverse approaches and neglected education on the topic.
  2. Understanding causal inference involves adjusting your modeling mindset to view it as a unique approach rather than just adding a new model.
  3. Key insights for causal inference include the importance of directed acyclic graphs, starting from a causal model, and the challenges of estimating causal effects from observational data.

Tribute to My Dad

The Healthy Engineering Leader • 2 HN points • 21 Aug 24
🎭️ Culture Education
  1. The importance of honesty and integrity shaped my dad's life. He always tried to do what was right for himself and his family.
  2. My dad taught me that family and health are more important than money. He showed me that a fulfilling life doesn't depend on being rich.
  3. True leadership is about who you are as a person, not just what you do. My dad embodied values that inspired others around him.

Black Mirror, Light Mirror: Teaching Technology Ethics Through Speculation

NEUROTECH FUTURES • 39 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Education
  1. Science fiction can be a valuable tool for exploring ethical implications of technology and encouraging forward-thinking
  2. Speculative exercises, like imagining regulations for futuristic technology, help students think critically about ethics and societal impact
  3. Encouraging creative speculation, both positive and negative, can help students understand the complexities of technology ethics and responsibility

01/21/24 - He told me to go to his house, and take out the left over spicy duck neck in his fridge, and bring it to him.

Moly’s Substack • 39 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Education
  1. Different cultures have different specialties in hospitals based on prevalent illnesses in the area.
  2. Challenges and complexities of family dynamics and marriage expectations are complex and varied.
  3. Observation of cultural differences, such as preferences for hot or cold drinks, can lead to misunderstandings.

Chinese children remaking the European Grand Tour

The Global Jigsaw • 99 implied HN points • 20 Aug 23
🏝 Travel Education
  1. Chinese children are remaking the traditional European Grand Tour according to their own consumer culture.
  2. Parents pay high fees to send their kids on whirlwind tours of Europe for education and experiences.
  3. Chinese children on these tours visit popular European destinations like France, Switzerland, Germany, and Italy for shopping, cultural experiences, and skill development.

Sweethearts, Doctors, Teachers…It’s AuToMaTiC

ailogblog • 39 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Education
  1. OpenAI is focusing on selling non-romantic companionship through their AI models to create more invested relationships with users.
  2. There are debates regarding the effectiveness of AI models in various fields like tutoring and medicine due to their lack of meaningful reciprocity and understanding.
  3. In education, the potential of AI tools lies in augmenting the classroom and extending help to reach students who may not have access to traditional tutoring.

Where Did Homeric Book Divisions Come From?

Painful Signs, Or, Joel's Substack • 39 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Education
  1. Homeric book divisions have stirred debate on their origin - were they initially present due to the adoption of the alphabet for writing Homer down?
  2. The idea that book divisions represent smaller performance units or were a product of Hellenistic editing are also discussed, adding complexity to the debate.
  3. The evolution of Homeric epics from performance contexts to the fixity of written texts played a significant role in shaping the structure and divisions within the works.

Xi Closes the Door for the Next Generation of Analysts

ChinaTalk • 415 implied HN points • 22 Jun 23
🌍 World Politics Education
  1. Xi Jinping's policies are limiting opportunities for aspiring China watchers under his leadership.
  2. The avenues that previous generations had to study and work in China are becoming increasingly scarce.
  3. The restrictions imposed by the Chinese government, particularly under Xi's rule, are impacting international relations and understanding of China.

Being an Early Career Scientist

The Polymerist • 116 implied HN points • 06 Nov 24
🔬 Science Education
  1. Try new things in your career and treat them like experiments. If something doesn't work out, you can always adjust and try again.
  2. It's okay to feel uncertain at the beginning of your career. Each experience helps you learn more about yourself and what you want.
  3. Life will always bring challenges, but keep moving forward and experimenting. Enjoy the process of learning and discovering new possibilities.

Going deep with Depths of Wikipedia's Annie Rauwerda

escape the algorithm • 159 implied HN points • 02 Nov 22
🎭️ Culture Education
  1. Traveling, exploring, and experiencing different places can lead to unique opportunities and perspectives, like unexpectedly owning a piece of undersea internet cable.
  2. Delving into the depths of the internet, like Wikipedia, can reveal hidden treasures and interesting stories that showcase the human effort behind online platforms.
  3. The internet offers a space for diverse communities and shared interests, enabling connections, creativity, and the exchange of valuable information.

Coding on Paper

The Palindrome • 12 implied HN points • 04 Nov 25
🕹 Technology Education
  1. Coding is more about the process than just getting a product. It's important to practice and grow through doing, not just finishing.
  2. Writing or coding on paper can be tough and feels limiting. But it helps train your mind to pay attention to details and think carefully.
  3. Using fewer tools can actually make you better. Just like athletes train under tough conditions, coding without shortcuts builds skills that will help you later.

When Hatred and Fear Mask as Indignation

Philosophy bear • 114 implied HN points • 16 Nov 24
📖 Philosophy Education
  1. Indignation is feeling morally upset about someone doing something wrong, while contempt is viewing someone as less than human and not caring about their welfare. It's important to understand the difference between these feelings.
  2. People often hide their contempt under the guise of indignation, especially towards groups like children who may commit crimes. We should question this attitude and seek to unmask the true feelings behind it.
  3. Children's moral development is ongoing, and they shouldn't be held to the same standard of moral responsibility as adults. It's unjust to treat them as fully moral agents while denying them basic rights like voting.

University of Virginia Spends $20 Million On 235 DEI Employees, With Some Making $587,340 Per Year

OpenTheBooks Substack • 236 implied HN points • 05 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Education
  1. University of Virginia spends $20 million on 235 DEI employees, with some earning up to $587,340 annually.
  2. University of Florida saved $5 million yearly by eliminating 13 full-time DEI positions and reallocating funds to faculty recruitment.
  3. UVA has deep DEI infrastructure with various agencies and departments dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Why Sucking At Writing Is The First Step To Being Good At It

Kristina God's Online Writing Club • 179 implied HN points • 25 Oct 22
📚 Literature Education
  1. It's normal to not be great at something when you start. Embracing that feeling can actually help you improve.
  2. Sucking at writing can be a positive experience. It helps develop grit and can make writing more enjoyable.
  3. Instead of worrying about what others think, focus on enjoying the writing process. Everyone starts somewhere, and having fun matters!

The year behind and ahead

The Path Not Taken • 88 implied HN points • 06 Jan 25
🎭️ Culture Education
  1. In 2024, there were 25 posts made, averaging over two per month, which the writer felt good about considering their other commitments.
  2. The writer has been fundraising for the Malala Fund to support girls' education, highlighting the importance of charitable causes.
  3. A big project is in the works, focusing on the rise of social justice ideology, which may lead to less frequent posts as it requires a lot of time and effort.

Northwestern Cancels Former Trustee

Heterodox STEM • 284 implied HN points • 26 Nov 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Education
  1. Northwestern University cancelled a former trustee without due process over student complaints.
  2. The former trustee believes that NU's 'Safetyism' is harming students by limiting free speech and due process rights.
  3. The former trustee highlights the importance of recognizing and addressing the damage caused by 'safetyism' on college campuses.

Wuhan University professor blasts security- and selfishness-driven fragmentation, where "even basic information is not shared"

Pekingnology • 260 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Education
  1. Chinese society is experiencing a state of fragmentation with a silo effect causing public harm and societal degeneration.
  2. Institutions, like universities, are creating barriers and silos, leading to elitism and division from society as a whole.
  3. Government departments are becoming siloed, leading to inefficiencies, a lack of information sharing, and a decline in societal efficiency.

Magnus Carlsen, David Deutsch and the "Fun Criterion"

SatPost by Trung Phan • 69 implied HN points • 28 Feb 25
🎭️ Culture Education
  1. Magnus Carlsen, a top chess player, emphasizes that enjoying the game is key to his success. He believes that treating chess as a fun hobby rather than a job helps him perform better.
  2. David Deutsch's 'fun criterion' suggests that feeling enjoyment during an activity can be a powerful guide for decision-making and problem-solving. It's about aligning your conscious and unconscious ideas to find what truly matters.
  3. Choosing paths based on fun can lead to greater fulfillment and creativity. Many people, including successful figures, often overlook enjoyment in their choices, which can lead to dissatisfaction.

Two podcasts

Jérôme à Paris • 72 implied HN points • 18 Feb 25
🎙 Podcasts Education
  1. I recently spoke at two different events: one about offshore wind finance and another on renewable energy investment.
  2. The presentation on offshore wind finance can be found on YouTube, but it's in French.
  3. The podcast on renewable energy investment is available in English and discusses how investors can approach this market.

Fast Computation of Fibonacci Numbers: Part II

Confessions of a Code Addict • 288 implied HN points • 12 Nov 23
🕹 Technology Education
  1. A new method to compute Fibonacci numbers using a closed-form expression without having to resort to floating point arithmetic.
  2. Representation of irrational numbers using two parts can be done in code allowing for precise computation of Fibonacci numbers.
  3. Understanding rings and implementing arithmetic operations within it can help in computing Fibonacci numbers without any loss of precision.

The Top Gun Effect: Why Hollywood Movies Matter to the U.S. Military

Humanities in Revolt • 119 implied HN points • 29 Nov 22
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Education
  1. The U.S. military sees Hollywood movies as a way to educate the public about warfare and shape public perception of the military.
  2. Movies like "Top Gun" have influenced recruitment and public image of the military by portraying it in a positive light.
  3. There is a significant financial and societal impact to the U.S. military's involvement in Hollywood movies, revealing the influence of entertainment on public perception and funding.

Custom bots for teaching classes

Solresol • 19 implied HN points • 02 Apr 24
🕹 Technology Education
  1. Custom bots can be helpful for teaching classes by allowing students to ask questions about the content and assessments.
  2. Setting up custom bots for teaching is relatively easy, but there may be equity-of-access issues for students who do not have access to certain tools.
  3. One consideration when using custom bots in teaching is transcribing lectures with technical terms to ensure students understand the content.

Amazing Grace

Journal of Free Black Thought • 29 implied HN points • 15 Jul 25
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Education
  1. It's important for our communities to shift from dependency on government programs to embracing values like education and personal responsibility. We can create change through our choices and actions.
  2. Supporting school choice and vocational education can help empower families and improve opportunities for children. This can lead to stronger, more successful communities.
  3. Encouraging marriage and strong family structures is key for building resilience in our communities. When families thrive, everyone benefits.

We can do something, we are not helpless

Technology, Environment, and Art • 39 implied HN points • 27 Dec 23
📖 Philosophy Education
  1. Recognize that despite facing significant problems, we are not powerless. There is a need to address the imbalance between our primal instincts and inner nature to create positive change.
  2. Education systems worldwide are inadvertently contributing to reinforcing a destructive global economic system. We require more critical thinkers questioning the foundation of our current societal structure.
  3. To combat the negative impacts of technology and global capitalism, it is vital to form self-sufficient communities, spread awareness of the issues, and dedicate time to contemplate solutions. Collective action is key to building a better world.

Developer security education products are pointless

Frankly Speaking • 254 implied HN points • 19 Dec 23
🕹 Technology Education
  1. Developer security education products are seen as features, not platforms or products.
  2. There is a growing importance on in-depth security education for developers, especially in regulated industries.
  3. Developer security education focuses on teaching developers how to identify vulnerabilities and adopt secure development practices, often following the OWASP Top 10 guidelines.