Frontmatter Ed Barnard, Author of Beyond Prompt Engineering: The Revolutionary Way to Learn Augmented Thinking
Jun 19, 2025
Ed Barnard, a seasoned author and web software developer, dives into his unique journey blending technical skills and storytelling. He shares insights from his adventures with a B-25 bomber, emphasizing hands-on learning. The conversation explores the cognitive patterns of neurodiverse individuals and critiques the reliance on AI in education. Barnard also discusses Cold War innovations and their impact on modern technology, along with challenges faced in digital publishing, showcasing the evolving landscape for authors.
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WWII Aviation Inspires Writing
- Ed Barnard volunteers with the Commemorative Air Force flying and maintaining WWII aircraft.
- He uses this experience to create vivid, hands-on stories that enrich his writing about historical patterns and thinking.
Discovering Hidden Thinking Patterns
- Recognizing that people think very differently challenges assumptions and reveals unseen thinking patterns.
- Ed and AI identified patterns from Cold War computing that unlock new ways to harness large language models.
Aphantasia and AI Visualization
- Ed relates to aphantasia, a condition where one cannot form mental images, unlike many people.
- He compensates with text-based descriptions and uses AI to render visuals, tailoring to his strengths.
