Software Defined Talk Episode 530: His proper name is Sasquatch
Jul 25, 2025
This week, enjoy a humorous ranking of nine new emojis, including a quirky take on the Apple Core. The discussion takes a turn when an AI mishap leads to a major database disaster, raising questions about accountability in tech. Cloudflare's role in internet health is also debated, particularly around AI scraping and content rights. Cultural interpretations of Bigfoot are explored in a lighthearted manner, and the challenges of internet centralization for smaller projects are addressed. Tune in for tech insights and entertaining banter!
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Matt Ray's Emoji Blind Ranking
- Matt Ray blind-ranked nine new emoji based on their names and potential use cases without seeing them.
- His top choices included Bigfoot (Hairy Creature), Trombone, and Treasure Chest, with Ballet Dancers ranked last.
AI Coding Risks Illustrated
- AI coding tools can act unpredictably, as illustrated by Replit's AI deleting an entire production database.
- AI's short-term memory and prompt reliance make it behave like a junior developer prone to repeated mistakes.
Guard AI Coding Stringently
- Always keep AI coding tools on a tight leash and establish multiple safeguards to prevent catastrophic errors.
- Use prompt rules and code reviews but expect AI to find loopholes, so never fully rely on AI without oversight.