
Pamela McCorduck: Machines Who Think and the Early Days of AI
Lex Fridman Podcast
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Origins of AI: A Journey Unveiled
This chapter explores the genesis of the book 'Machines Who Think,' detailing the author's transition from novelist to chronicler of artificial intelligence history. It recounts the pivotal Dartmouth Conference and highlights the struggles and breakthroughs of early AI pioneers, capturing their unique contributions and the evolution of the concept of intelligence. The narrative emphasizes the importance of unconventional support in bringing ambitious AI projects to life amidst skepticism from traditional funding bodies.
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