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Things I've Done with AI
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The author began programming in middle school, initially creating HTML for a Neopets homepage. This evolved into developing static sites for Minecraft servers and Java plugins, leading to a career in engineering after an internship at AWS revealed the high earning potential in the field.
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- Praise: Using AI tools like Claude and Gemini 2.5 Flash has significantly improved my understanding of complex tax situations, showcasing AI's potential for practical applications in personal finance.
- Praise: The ability to automate tedious tasks with AI, such as organizing and extracting information from tax documents, demonstrates how these tools can enhance productivity and efficiency.
- Concern: There is a growing concern that AI tools may lead to obsolescence for users, raising questions about the long-term impact of relying on these technologies for productivity.
- Concern: Critics argue that many AI projects focus on superficial improvements rather than meaningful productivity gains, suggesting a potential disconnect between AI capabilities and user needs.