Things to be Thankful for

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Nov 30, 2025

This Thanksgiving-themed conversation dives into exciting tech innovations. Personal health journeys highlight weight loss amidst industry stress. The birthday celebration of ChatGPT sparks reflection on its transformative impact. Listeners learn about the convenience of iPhone's SMS code autofill feature and the rise of no-code platforms empowering non-programmers. The discussion also covers emerging cloud provider competition and alternatives to NVIDIA in AI hardware. Finally, advancements in wearables like fitness trackers and AirPods enhance health tech experiences.

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ANECDOTE

Personal Health Turnaround

Brian Gracely shared his personal health journey and lost about 25 pounds over the last year.
He warns tech workers that poor habits and stress will catch up and urges taking care of health now.

ANECDOTE

ChatGPT Three-Year Reflection

Brian marks ChatGPT's three-year anniversary and reflects on its rapid adoption.
He notes it now drives roughly 800 million weekly or monthly users and has changed expectations for AI tools.

ADVICE

Eliminate Repetitive Friction

Use small UX improvements to eliminate repetitive friction like copying SMS authentication codes.
Brian praises designers who simplify tasks performed millions of times daily and suggests valuing that effort.

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