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The Bitter Lesson versus The Garbage Can

Everyone is focused on bigger models. Nobody is talking about whether process even matters anymore.

Reporting by One Useful Thing (Ethan Mollick) 1 min brief
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Why it matters

As AI capabilities scale exponentially, the fundamental question of whether human processes and methodologies remain relevant will determine how companies should structure their AI strategies and workflows.

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3 to know

  1. Article explores 'The Bitter Lesson' concept

  2. Discusses tension between process-driven vs. scale-driven AI approaches

  3. Published as strategic commentary on AI development philosophy

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One Useful Thing (Ethan Mollick)oneusefulthing.org

Publisher excerpt: Does process matter? We are about to find out.
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