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November 22nd, 2023 | Before OpenAI, Sam Altman was fired from Y Combinator by his mentor
Nov 23, 2023
Formerly fired from Y Combinator by his mentor, Sam Altman discusses his turbulent journey, conflicts at Y Combinator and OpenAI, and concerns about unchecked power. The podcast also explores tech corporations, Linux vs. Windows performance, machine learning optimization, graphics programming, and a GitHub policy debate.
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- Google's culture has shifted away from its 'Don't Be Evil' mantra, with reduced transparency and detachment from user-first principles.
- Sam Altman, co-founder of OpenAI, experienced contentious departures, mentor fallout, and accusations of prioritizing personal interests.
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Transitioning Culture at Google
The podcast episode discusses the transitioning culture at Google through an employee's lens. Initially, Google was guided by the 'Don't Be Evil' mantra, focusing on the greater good. However, the employee highlights a shift in culture with reduced transparency, unhealthy work dynamics, and detachment from the user-first ethos, leading to their decision to leave the company.
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