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Let the machine rise

Let me start by stating my current opinion on Large Language Models. They are great, and I use them extensively. I consider them a great motor for getting things done. But sometimes programming, problem-solving, or life in general are not only about getting things done. Sometimes they are about innovation, pushing the limits of what we know, and making something you enjoy. For me, this is the big…

Working for a fast-paced, revolutionary, mission-driven company

This is, in part, an exercise in mental health. It's impossible for me to believe that I'm the only one going through this while working for a fast-paced, revolutionary, mission-driven company. Like any good relationship, it starts with a honeymoon phase. Maybe you are even coming from a previous abusive relationship with your previous employer. You seek your freedom, you seek a place to build,…