Simon Willison

Quoting Tarn Adams

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Simon Willison writes about a situation where letters were taken from him, prompting a discussion on dwarf behavior rather than dwarf AI. He notes that dwarf AI does not exist, and that dwarves sometimes misbehave. The piece is tagged with AI and game-design, referencing Tarn Adams, co‑creator of Dwarf Fortress.

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Simon Willison
13h ago

Quoting @therealcornpop

The post critiques the use of AI-generated scripts for TikTok and YouTube, arguing that such content lacks a distinct voice and genuine opinions. It highlights common AI patterns—such as generic statements, the rule of three, and staccato punctuation—that make the writing feel shallow and unoriginal. The author emphasizes that these traits reveal the absence of authentic personal perspective in the content.

Simon Willison
Sep 12

Quoting Paul Ford

Simon Willison reflects on the evolving role of software developers in the age of AI, noting that while AI can produce high‑quality code, it also enables poor execution that leads to project failures. He argues that the industry is beginning to recognize the continued need for human collaboration and expertise to truly innovate. The piece highlights the tension between automation and the essential human element in software creation.

Simon Willison
6d ago

Quoting Mustafa Suleyman

Mustafa Suleyman argues that artificial models should not be treated as if they possess feelings, preferences, rights, or any entitlement to human welfare. He emphasizes that consciousness underpins our ethical, legal, and political frameworks, and extending such rights to AI would lack evidence and complicate containment and alignment efforts.

Simon Willison
Sep 9

Quoting Terence Tao

Simon Willison discusses how the current trend of mining open mathematical problems in a non-renewable way could make these problems scarce. He notes that rumors of a problem can trigger large AI-driven efforts to solve it before original researchers can fully develop their work. This shift may discourage sharing promising research, potentially reversing centuries of open science and harming the field’s future.