Summary
In this reflective essay, the author explores the complexities of recent advancements in AI, particularly in programming. They ponder the influence of both large language model (LLM) developments and traditional, pre-built systems on AI decision-making processes, questioning how much of AI behavior is generative versus guided by manual instructions from software engineers. The author illustrates their evolving view on AI, inspired by a video from Hank Green, while also acknowledging the obscured details that AI companies maintain about their models.