Nov 6 (edited) • General discussion
AI: An Efficiency Tool, or a Trap for Mental Laziness?
Wondering if you feel this too? Open your phone or computer, and AI is almost everywhere, quietly seeping into our daily lives and work scenarios.
When you're stuck writing a report, you toss it to AI and it generates a framework in an instant. When researching professional data, there's no need to sift through endless web pages; it has already summarized the key points. Even if you want to develop a lightweight tool or build a simple webpage, you can get it done just by following an AI tools. Calling it "honey" is no exaggeration—the time saved is enough to leisurely enjoy an afternoon tea or spend a few more moments with family.
But on the flip side, troubles arise. I've delegated professional reports to AI, only to find the content filled with plausible-sounding logical fallacies. Ask a slightly complex question, and the response often misses the point or is irrelevant. What's even more alarming is that after long-term reliance, you might find yourself becoming more passive. The first reaction to a problem becomes "ask AI" rather than thinking it through yourself—this "poison-like" potential impact runs deep.
If you've also tasted this "sweet" convenience and have fallen into similar pits, perhaps you'll want to pause here for a moment.
Welcome to "AI: Honey & Poison," a bilingual (EN/CN) space for exchange. We don't deify AI as an omnipotent tool, nor do we dismiss it as a destructive force. We're simply here to gather like-minded people who have actually used it and thought deeply about it, to discuss the most genuine experiences and viewpoints.
Whether you're a "newbie" just getting started with AI, still needing to iterate on your prompts; a "tech veteran" fluent in programming languages who can massively boost efficiency with AI; or a professional from any other field—a brand manager, a practicing lawyer, a full-time parent—who just wants to understand "how to use AI reasonably and avoid falling into passivity"—
You are exactly the partner in conversation we're looking for.
I'm Cyesuta, someone who loves building and exploring all sorts of things with computers. I'd like to share a few of my own thoughts.
It’s been exactly six months since I first dove into n8n, and looking back, the journey feels quite surreal. During this time, I’ve used AI to develop over ten lightweight projects: some help my company save time on repetitive form-filling tasks, some allowed me to revisit small projects left unfinished from my youth, and others were just small tools built purely for my own interest.
My day job is in the field of architecture. Aside from using AI for assistance with documentation, the core design work still relies heavily on professional experience. But my life has already been quietly changed by AI: where I used to flip through heavy codebooks to check regulations, I can now use an LLM to quickly locate key points. Where I used to sketch out initial concepts, I now also use AI to gather inspirational directions.
But every time I see "professional-sounding nonsense" from an AI, I still feel a sense of caution. The convenience brought by technology is undeniable, but the underlying risks and limitations are equally worth our serious attention. The media is saturated with "AI is going to replace humans," but those of us actually using it know it's both yes and no (and mostly no). I want to put these thoughts into words and share them with everyone.
Now, it's your turn to speak freely. Please introduce yourself in three lines, so everyone can get to know the real you:
- What is your profession or identity?
- For you, is AI a convenience or a hassle?
- What topics are you here to explore?
Look forward to your thoughts~
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AI is inevitable. Let's lead with insight and technology. 一個無法規避AI的時代，讓我們用思考和技術領航前行。
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