Automators

145: The 2024 State of Automation

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Jan 12, 2024
The podcast discusses the current state of automation platforms and highlights updates and new features. They explore file automation capabilities with Hazel and DevinThink. The episode covers various automation tools and updates, including Drafts and Grammarly. They discuss the challenges faced by Grammarly with AI and the convenience of Snipity. They also talk about the state of automation on Mac and mobile devices. Finally, they discuss context automation, the potential of AI tools, and the development of shortcuts.
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ADVICE

New Year Automation Review

  • Review your automation systems regularly, especially at the start of a new year.
  • Check what's working, what's not, and explore new tools or features.
INSIGHT

AppleScript's Longevity

  • AppleScript is deeply integrated into macOS and important for Apple's backend systems.
  • It's unlikely to disappear, making it a worthwhile skill for automation.
ADVICE

AI for AppleScript

  • Leverage AI tools like ChatGPT to generate AppleScript code.
  • This helps overcome the learning curve and makes scripting more accessible.
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