Intelligent Machines (Audio) IM 827: Marco Rubio on Line 1 - The Promise of Personalized Software
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Jul 10, 2025 
In this engaging discussion, Mike Masnick, founder of Techdirt.com and a pioneer in technology policy, explores the critical need for individuals to create their own software instead of relying on billionaires. He highlights the transformative concept of 'vibe coding' for task management and reflects on the evolving impact of AI in writing and healthcare. The conversation also dives into the ethics of AI in academia, legal debates over AI-generated content, and the competitive landscape between major tech companies shaping the future of AI.
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Building Custom Task Manager Anecdote
- Mike Masnick built a personalized task management tool using vibe coding despite lacking recent coding skills.
- He iterated features over time, creating a system tailored perfectly to his own workflow.
Future of Data and Apps
- The future likely blends apps with decentralized data hosting, separating data from apps.
- This separation grants better control over data access and app permissions.
Craft Precise AI Editor Prompts
- Create detailed, role-specific prompts for AI to act as sophisticated editors.
- Tailor AI's feedback to critique and improve your writing, not to generate it.
