Half Stack Data Science S04E01 - Meaningful uses of AI - with Scott Hanselman
Mar 3, 2025
Scott Hanselman, Vice President of Developer Community at Microsoft, shares his insights on AI, where he emphasizes the importance of ethical considerations and maintaining foundational skills in technology. He discusses the risks of over-reliance on tools like ChatGPT and the intriguing concept of 'dark matter developers'—those behind the scenes innovating daily. The conversation also touches on local innovations, such as using AI in 3D printing for amputees and the privacy-first approach of tools like Storygraph. Overall, it's a thought-provoking dive into the intersection of technology and society.
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Scott's Wide-Ranging Role
- Scott Hanselman's role involves overseeing developer community satisfaction at Microsoft.
- This includes everything from documentation to developer tools and conference experiences.
AI as a Brand
- AI is a brand built upon machine learning and data science, not a sudden invention.
- Remember that spicy autocomplete isn't smarter than you; it’s a tool.
Lelapa AI: Local Language Models
- Pelinomi Moiloa created custom AI models for South African languages at Lelapa AI.
- This addresses the bias of existing models towards English and reduces reliance on distant servers.
