15 Times to use AI, and 5 Not to - by Ethan Mollick

Notes on the Practical Wisdom of AI Use

15 Times to use AI, and 5 Not to Notes on the Practical Wisdom of AI Use Ethan Mollick Dec 09, 2024 1,072 80 122 Share There are several types of work where AI can be particularly useful, given the current capabilities and limitations of LLMs. Though this list is based in science, it draws even more from experience. Like any form of wisdom, using AI well requires holding opposing ideas in mind: it can be transformative yet must be approached with skepticism, powerful yet prone to subtle failures, essential for some tasks yet actively harmful for others. I also want to caveat that you shouldn't

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