The TWIML AI Podcast (formerly This Week in Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence) Supercharging Developer Productivity with ChatGPT and Claude with Simon Willison - #701
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Sep 16, 2024 
In this discussion, Simon Willison, an independent researcher and creator of Datasette, shares insightful strategies for boosting developer productivity with large language models like ChatGPT and Claude. He reveals how he codes while walking his dog and emphasizes effective prompting and debugging techniques. The conversation dives into the transformative impact of AI on data analysis, the potential of open-source models, and innovative web scraping tools. Listen as he navigates the evolving capabilities and challenges of AI in today's tech landscape!
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Coding with Voice Mode
- Simon Willison codes Python using ChatGPT's voice mode while walking his dog.
- He finds this surprisingly productive, generating and testing hundreds of lines of code during his walks.
Building C Extensions with ChatGPT
- Willison experimented with ChatGPT to create a C extension for SQLite, adding a haversine function.
- Despite not being a C programmer, he succeeded, highlighting the surprising capabilities of code interpreter.
LLMs as Interns
- Treat LLMs like super-fast, overconfident interns when coding.
- Give them specific instructions, iterate on their output, and leverage their tireless nature for increased productivity.