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Do we just want slaves?
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Yash Thapliyal's portfolio features his work in software development, cybersecurity, photography, and design. The site serves as a platform to showcase his creative and technical skills.
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- Praise: Many commenters recognize the utility of AI in optimizing code and algorithms, suggesting it's a game changer for efficiency, even if it currently lags behind human capabilities.
- Praise: There's a sense of nostalgia for human craftsmanship in coding, but a belief that new opportunities will arise, much like the evolution of trades over time.
- Concern: The emotional charge of the article's title raises eyebrows, suggesting a disconnect between AI's utility and the ethical implications of treating it as a slave.
- Concern: Commenters express concern that AI's rise could diminish the self-worth of workers, as it takes away not just jobs but the cultural value associated with work.
- Concern: Skepticism abounds about AI's current capabilities, with many arguing it's merely a cheaper alternative to human labor, not a true replacement.