Techdirt AI As A Tool For Writing, Not A Replacement
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Aug 14, 2024 Nathan Baschez, founder of the innovative word processor Lex, shares insights on leveraging AI as a supportive writing tool instead of a creative replacement. He discusses the journey of creating Lex and its features, like the 'Ask Lex' function, designed for collaborative writing. The conversation also covers AI writing models, including personalized experiences through tailored prompts. Baschez highlights how AI enhances the writing process by providing valuable feedback while preserving the distinct human touch in creativity.
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Baschez's Background
- Nathan Baschez, Lex's founder, worked at Substack and Gimlet Media.
- He transitioned from coding to writing and found existing tools lacking, inspiring him to create Lex.
Masnick's Lex Usage
- Mike Masnick initially used Lex solely for its writing environment, ignoring AI features.
- He later adopted AI tools after seeing a scorecard example in Lex's Discord.
Evolution of AI Chat
- Early AI chatbots were limited, requiring workarounds to mimic conversation.
- Lex's "Ask Lex" aimed to provide on-the-fly assistance, evolving alongside AI advancements.