

#108 May the Cursor Be With You
Aug 29, 2024
Discover the latest buzz in AI, from Anthropic's LaTeX features to Amazon Q's time-saving tools for developers. Explore the impact of AI on academic testing and the evolving landscape of college education. Learn about the exodus of AGI Safety staff from OpenAI and the promising rise of Cursor AI, a smart code editor making programming accessible to all. Plus, get the scoop on upcoming tech events and innovations shaping the future!
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Midjourney References Tip
- Use the '--s ref [numbers]' feature in Midjourney to create images similar to existing ones.
- Share your 's ref' numbers on X to help others replicate your image styles.
Claude's LaTeX Rendering
- Anthropic's Claude now renders LaTeX, displaying mathematical equations consistently.
- This feature is helpful for anyone working with mathematical expressions.
Amazon Q and Job Security
- Amazon Q's code transformation reduced Java upgrade time from 50 days to a few hours, saving 4,500 work hours.
- This efficiency raises concerns about potential tech layoffs.