Software Defined Talk Episode 543: Arts and Crafts
Oct 24, 2025
This week, the hosts dive into OpenAI’s new Atlas browser and its potential for automating slides and spreadsheets. They discuss the balance of work and relaxation during staycations, sharing tips for keeping stress at bay. Claude Skills are highlighted for their practical applications in coding and automation, sparking debates on creativity and AI's role in crafting presentations. Plus, they explore the implications of OpenAI hiring bankers and what it might mean for the future of AI in business.
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Half-Day Renovation Became Multi-Day Chore
- Matt Ray recounted replacing a 50-year-old vanity and spending multiple days on unexpected work.
- The project turned a planned half-day into a multi-day repair slog.
Don’t Start Projects On Staycation
- Avoid starting major home projects during a staycation because they turn relaxation into work.
- Plan genuinely relaxing activities instead of catching up on a Sisyphus backlog of repairs.
Hybrid Structure For Family Staycations
- Structure a staycation with one shared activity per day and free time otherwise.
- Let family members have solo time after the group activity to keep everyone happy.
