Dev Interrupted

AI Hype Cycle: How to Find Real and Practical vs. Shiny | OpenAI’s Louis Brandy

Jul 9, 2024

Louis Brandy from OpenAI discusses navigating the AI hype cycle, distinguishing practical AI from the hype, and the challenges facing engineering leaders. Topics include AI vs human code, real-time AI applications, and career paths for engineers in the AI field.

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Quick takeaways

Navigating through AI development requires careful evaluation amidst substantial advancements and hype.

Balancing curiosity for new technologies like AI with strategic alignment to business needs is crucial for career growth in engineering roles.

Deep dives

AI Advancements and Unforeseen Challenges

AI technology is expected to significantly improve in ways that may surprise us. While it may excel in certain areas, there will also be unexpected failures. This constant evolution creates a unique dynamic where AI becomes increasingly proficient yet retains inherent imperfections.

Evolution from Traditional to Deep Learning in AI Development

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Measuring the Impact of AI in Software Development

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Intro

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Exploring the AI Hype Cycle with a VP of Engineering

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Navigating the Shiny vs. Impactful Projects Balance in Engineering and Management

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Navigating the AI Hype Cycle in Software Development

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Retrieval Augmented Generation and Real-Time Recommendations

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Aligning Strengths and Passions with Business Goals for Individual Engineers

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Navigating through AI Hype: Practical versus Shiny Solutions

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AI is the biggest hype cycle happening in tech right now, but how do you know what’s actually going to make an impact for your product and team vs. what’s just new and shiny?

This week, LinearB COO & Co-founder Dan Lines sits down with Louis Brandy, Member of Technical Staff OpenAI and ex-VP of Engineering at Rockset. Louis shares his unique perspective on the evolution of AI, drawing from his experiences with early days AI work at Meta and now with OpenAI following their acquisition of Rockset. He shares grounded insights into the realities of AI, separating fact from fiction in an industry often clouded by buzzwords and unrealistic expectations.

Listeners will learn about the practical applications of AI, the challenges and opportunities it presents, and how to go past the hype to find AI's potential. Whether you're an AI enthusiast, a skeptic, or a professional looking to understand the true impact of AI for engineering teams, this episode offers an insightful look at one of the most talked-about topics in tech today.

Episode Highlights:
00:32 Louis Brandy's background with AI at Meta
04:31 The current AI hype cycle
13:09 How should engineering leaders think about AI and the pressure to use it?
17:58 How to know if you’re falling into the hype cycle
25:50 AI vs. human code
34:42 Real time when it comes to AI
38:36 What should an IC do about AI in their career path?

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Dev Interrupted

AI Hype Cycle: How to Find Real and Practical vs. Shiny | OpenAI’s Louis Brandy

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

AI Advancements and Unforeseen Challenges

Artificial Intelligence Hype Cycle

Real-time Data in AI Systems

Career Development in Engineering and AI

Evolution from Traditional to Deep Learning in AI Development

Measuring the Impact of AI in Software Development

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