The Enigma of Complexity

The scale and complexity of modern software systems, especially those utilizing self-supervised learning, present a challenge in understanding their inner workings. These systems operate as 'black boxes,' reminiscent of the human brain, yet despite advancements, the human brain remains largely a mystery even in 2024. This situation highlights the irony of initial efforts by early researchers who aimed to understand human cognition but ultimately contributed to systems that obfuscate their processes.