Jan 9, 2024 - 7:22am
I've realized that I don't need immediate answers and having a progress update by Friday, such as a screenshot, will suffice to indicate we're on track. By Friday, if we haven't achieved this, we'll need to reassess our progress and consider whether we are closer to our goal. The possible expansion to different data sources is a concern, and I'm contemplating an 'agential' architecture where agents manage different types of data. To effectively answer questions with available data, we might use a system that assembles JSON objects, but how to handle various embedding spaces for different data types like audio or text remains uncertain.
Jan 8, 2024 - 8:58pm
I need to create a simple JavaScript agent, possibly inspired by Simon Willison's blog, to see how it performs compared to existing solutions like Microsoft's. I'm considering using LangChain, but I'm also thinking about the agent's requirements, including tasks such as recursive summarization, which are well-suited for GPT-3 and could be more cost-effective with a local model. Additionally, I'm contemplating whether directly prompting the agent with instructions will be effective for its operation. On a different note, I observed a driver on the freeway driving at an excessively slow speed of 35 mph, which is concerning.
Jan 8, 2024 - 2:51pm
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Jan 8, 2024 - 2:41pm
AI for Friendship is gaining interest, fueling a creative desire to establish an environment akin to an art studio filled with engaging items. Dave proposed a concept, "14 days of 13 bad posts," to clear out unproductive thoughts, highlighting the importance of community building as seen in Seth Godin's work and the importance of presentation. The tool in question has the potential to be profitable, with the expectation that successful users will share their strategies, thereby encouraging more effective use by others. An idea for a social game revolves around the concept of mutual discovery between participants, with the flexibility for users to engage with the system simply or contribute to its development.
Jan 8, 2024 - 11:51am
I just finished an exhilarating hour and a half session of surfing at Swami's, encountering a rush from catching as many waves as possible within that time frame. During the session, I managed to catch a particularly large wave—a "bomb"—which others struggled with but I successfully navigated, performing a decent cutback despite it being somewhat slow. Despite the physical demands of surfing, I still have plenty of energy left and feel good about the experience. While surfing brings a sense of fulfillment, I'm also preoccupied with off-shore matters like agency issues and have other thoughts that I'd like to keep to myself.
Jan 8, 2024 - 9:36am
The primary goal is to establish a minimum viable product (MVP) that can effectively answer questions, albeit not necessarily all, and is accessible to a small group of users, including Chandler and myself. The MVP should include basic multimodal functionality, which is considered a critical element of the system. Another key aspect is the robustness of the deployment process, with the ideal scenario being an easy and cost-efficient method like one-click deployment, although initial manual setup may be acceptable. The final step is ensuring the MVP can effectively and powerfully query across different datasets, enhancing its utility as a tool for data exploration and thought.
Jan 8, 2024 - 9:03am
QuickType is a JavaScript library that has been noted for its potential usefulness. It's still uncertain how widely it will be used. The mention of QuickType suggests it might be worth keeping an eye on. There's a possibility it will become an important tool in the future.
Jan 8, 2024 - 7:14am
I had planned to wake up at 5:30 this morning but chose to sleep in until 6:30 because I needed more rest. It's now 7:15, and I'm starting my day. I went to bed too late last night and am not satisfied with getting only six hours of sleep; seven or seven and a half hours is more preferable. Now it's time to get rip in and begin the day's activities.
Jan 7, 2024 - 10:57pm
The speaker reflects on a podcast featuring Mark Andreessen on Rick Rubin's show, highlighting Andreessen's enthusiasm for Usenet and its decline after AOL popularized the internet. They consider the potential of small, intelligent social networks to create something meaningful, especially with a few members who have programming skills. The speaker sees the endeavor as a social game that could be enhanced by designing an experience with enough structure to engage people, yet open-ended to allow for personal contributions. Committed to this vision, the speaker expresses a willingness to work tirelessly to refactor their code base, improving it to facilitate collaboration and assist others in the effort.
Jan 7, 2024 - 10:57pm
While driving to Irvine, someone called our car a "toaster on wheels" and accused us of techno-fascism. The encounter was surprisingly pleasant; the man wasn't angry, just sharing his opinion, and we all ended up smiling. Despite not fully agreeing with him, I recognize that our world is far from perfect and can feel dystopian, especially within my field of work. However, I believe it's crucial to avoid authoritarianism and censorship by technology companies, and to strive for a more distributed platform for governance, in the spirit of what the Internet originally was.