Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
Technology
About
Spreading awareness about the works of some of the leading educators in the AI revolution."Helping humanity shepherd through this transition as we embrace the final invention of mankind: advanced artificial intelligence." David Shapiro aims to provide a pragmatic and optimistic view of the future.Core Ideas:Metamodernism: Narratives and emergence view of realityPostnihilism: The demand for meaning is false, there is only the Great MysteryHeuristic Imperatives: An ethical, moral, and decision framework.- Reduce suffering- Increase prosperity- Increase understandingPost-Labor Economics: Replace humans with machines (better, faster, cheaper, safer)mantra:EXPLORE: Delve into the unknown, driven by curiosity and a...
Episodes
- Techno-feudalists hate UBI |
This episode explores the opposition of techno-feudalists to Universal Basic Income (UBI). It is part of the Artificial Intelligence Masterclass series.
- How GOOD could AGI become? | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
This episode of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass explores the potential of artificial general intelligence (AGI) through frameworks like metamodernism, postnihilism, and heuristic imperatives. David Shapiro discusses the transition to p…
- Metaprompting with GPT-3 to dynamically generate arguments | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
This episode of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass explores metaprompting with GPT-3 to dynamically generate arguments. Host David Shapiro also discusses core concepts including metamodernism, postnihilism, heuristic imperatives, and a po…
- Should you go to college in the age of AI? | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
In this episode of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass, David Shapiro discusses the value of higher education in the era of artificial intelligence. The conversation explores the future of labor, ethics, and pragmatic perspectives on navig…
- Life in 20 years - My 2044 Predictions - AGI, Fusion, Biotech, Quantum - Milestones and Impacts! | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
David Shapiro shares his 2044 predictions regarding AGI, fusion, biotech, and quantum technologies. The episode explores themes of metamodernism, post-labor economics, and the Heuristic Imperatives framework.
- Finetune a perfect email generator in GPT-3 - take any input and generate a great email | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
This episode of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass explores how to finetune GPT-3 to create an email generator. The discussion also covers David Shapiro's perspectives on artificial intelligence, including metamodernism, post-labor econom…
- Let's build an ACOG (artificial cognitive entity) - Part 5: preparing to act | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
In this episode of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass, David Shapiro continues the project of building an artificial cognitive entity (ACOG) by focusing on preparing it to act. The session also covers the show's core frameworks regarding…
- GPT-5 Rumors and Predictions - It's about to get real silly | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
This episode of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass explores rumors and predictions regarding GPT-5. Host David Shapiro also discusses core concepts including metamodernism, postnihilism, heuristic imperatives, and post-labor economics.
- Understanding the Latest Q* Leak: The "Blanket Topology" Analogy for Energy-Based Models | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
This episode explores the Q* leak by using the blanket topology analogy to explain energy-based models. It also covers core concepts such as metamodernism, post-labor economics, and heuristic imperatives within the context of artificial in…
- Write a Novel w/ ChatGPT - 01 - Main Character, Setting, Theme - Cornelia Valerii - ASCENSION | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
In this episode of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass, David Shapiro discusses the initial stages of writing a novel using ChatGPT, focusing on developing the main character, setting, and theme for the work titled Ascension by Cornelia Va…
- Proposing a ROBOT Tax: Decoupling Economic Growth from Human Labor | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
David Shapiro explores the concept of a robot tax and the transition to a post-labor economy, where machines replace human labor to increase efficiency. The episode also discusses key conceptual frameworks including metamodernism, postnihi…
- I built a thinking machine. Happy birthday, ACE! | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
In this episode of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass, David Shapiro discusses the development of a thinking machine named ACE. He also explores themes including metamodernism, postnihilism, heuristic imperatives for AI, and post-labor ec…
- AI isn't a bubble | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
In this episode of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass, David Shapiro discusses the future of AI through the lenses of metamodernism, postnihilism, and post-labor economics. He presents a pragmatic framework for navigating the transition t…
- OpenAI is Imploding - What does this mean for the future of AGI? Here are my thoughts... | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
David Shapiro shares his perspectives on the status of OpenAI and discusses the potential implications for the future of AGI. The episode explores themes including metamodernism, post-labor economics, and the heuristic imperatives framewor…
- Finetuning GPT-3 101: Using Your Finetuned Model | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
This episode of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass covers the practical usage of finetuned GPT-3 models. Hosted by David Shapiro, the show also explores themes like metamodernism, postnihilism, and post-labor economics.
- Axiomatic Alignment: A critical component to Utopia and the Control Problem | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
David Shapiro discusses AI alignment through the concepts of metamodernism, postnihilism, heuristic imperatives, and post-labor economics. He explores how these frameworks can guide the development of advanced artificial intelligence towar…
- April 2024 - Future of Humanity Webinar | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
In this episode of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass, David Shapiro discusses the future of humanity in the context of advanced AI. He explores concepts including metamodernism, postnihilism, heuristic imperatives for AI, and post-labor…
- Prompt Engineering 101: Autocomplete, Zero-shot, One-shot, and Few-shot prompting | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
This episode of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass covers the fundamentals of prompt engineering, including autocomplete, zero-shot, one-shot, and few-shot prompting techniques. Host David Shapiro explores these concepts within the contex…
- GPT Prompt Strategy: Brainstorm, Search, Hypothesize, and Refine - THIS is the FUTURE!! | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
This episode of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass explores a GPT prompt strategy involving brainstorming, searching, hypothesizing, and refinement. Host David Shapiro also discusses core concepts including metamodernism, postnihilism, he…
- Fixing "goldfish memory" with GPT-3 and external sources of information in a chatbot - part 1 | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
In this episode of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass, David Shapiro discusses solutions for addressing the limitations of GPT-3 memory by integrating external information sources into chatbot architecture. Part one of this series explore…
- GPT Prompting: Semantic Exploration - got more CREATIVITY and out of the RUT with LLMs! | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
This episode covers semantic exploration for GPT prompting, focusing on ways to increase creativity when using LLMs. It also explores David Shapiro's frameworks on AI, including metamodernism, post-labor economics, and the heuristic impera…
- How fast will AGI be adopted? How can we ensure equitable outcomes? Nations, Businesses, People... | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
David Shapiro discusses the potential adoption speed of AGI and strategies for equitable outcomes. He explores frameworks such as metamodernism, postnihilism, heuristic imperatives, and post-labor economics.
- Kord Campbell - Don't forget to look up | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
Kord Campbell discusses the transition toward advanced artificial intelligence and its impact on humanity. The episode explores themes of metamodernism, postnihilism, heuristic imperatives, and post-labor economics.
- Best books for Prompt Engineering with GPT-3 and LLMs - Crash Course in AGI | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
This episode of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass discusses resources for prompt engineering with GPT-3 and LLMs. Host David Shapiro also explores concepts such as metamodernism, postnihilism, heuristic imperatives, and post-labor econom…
- Prompt engineering with ChatGPT. Writing expert prompts for non-English speakers. Sommelier and OSHA | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
This episode explores prompt engineering for ChatGPT, including techniques for non-English speakers and specific applications related to sommeliers and OSHA. It also discusses the broader AI philosophy of host David Shapiro.
- What is vesperance? That sense of gathering night and change... | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
This episode of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass explores the concept of "vesperance" and discusses David Shapiro's optimistic outlook on the AI revolution. Key topics include metamodernism, postnihilism, heuristic imperatives, and the…
- SLAM DUNK: OpenAI, DeepMind, and UN all weigh in on GLOBAL AI Watchdogs and Safety! | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
This episode explores global discussions surrounding AI watchdogs and safety, featuring perspectives from OpenAI, DeepMind, and the United Nations. Host David Shapiro also discusses themes of post-labor economics and his heuristic imperati…
- My most dangerous idea | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
David Shapiro discusses his core philosophical and economic frameworks regarding artificial intelligence, including metamodernism, postnihilism, and post-labor economics. He outlines heuristic imperatives aimed at managing the transition t…
- Finetuning GPT-3 101: Augmenting Training Data | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
In this episode of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass, David Shapiro discusses the process of augmenting training data for fine-tuning GPT-3. The discussion also covers his core philosophies regarding artificial intelligence, including po…
- Introducing the RAVEN MVP - a general purpose AI companion (with a live DEMO) | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
This episodes introduces the RAVEN MVP, a general-purpose AI companion, and includes a live demonstration. David Shapiro also discusses his approach to the future of artificial intelligence through concepts like metamodernism, postnihilism…
- Chief AI Officers - How to Hire & Train a CAIO - What are their metrics for success? | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
This episode of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass explores the role of Chief AI Officers (CAIO), focusing on how to hire, train, and measure their performance. The discussion is part of a series covering core ideas in the AI transition,…
- Elon Musk xAI "Maximize Understanding of the Universe" [This is the best news all year] | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
In this episode, David Shapiro discusses Elon Musk's xAI and the goal to understand the universe. The discussion covers topics including metamodernism, post-nihilism, heuristic imperatives for AI, and post-labor economics.
- What is the Fourth Industrial Revolution? | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
David Shapiro explores the concept of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and discusses frameworks for the future, including metamodernism, post-labor economics, and ethical decision-making. The episode focuses on navigating the transition to…
- Semantic search for AI - testing out Qdrant neural search | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
In this episode of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass, David Shapiro tests out Qdrant to examine its use for semantic search in artificial intelligence.
- AGI in 7 Months! Gemini, Sora, Optimus, & Agents - It's about to get REAL WEIRD out there! | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
This episode of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass discusses the potential for AGI in seven months, touching on developments like Gemini, Sora, Optimus, and AI agents. Host David Shapiro also outlines his core frameworks, including Metamo…
- Chatbots ≠ Agents | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
This episode explores the distinction between chatbots and AI agents, while discussing concepts such as metamodernism, postnihilism, and post-labor economics. Host David Shapiro outlines his heuristic imperatives for AI development, focusi…
- "Principle Driven Self-Alignment" and "Preference Ranking Optimization" [Best Alignment Papers!] | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
This episode of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass explores the research papers "Principle Driven Self-Alignment" and "Preference Ranking Optimization." The show also highlights David Shapiro's frameworks on AI alignment, metamodernism, a…
- 42,000 Tech Layoffs in 2024 Already - AI is the cause - Deny, Downplay, Distract [Propaganda] | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
This episode discusses the impact of artificial intelligence on 42,000 tech layoffs in early 2024. The host explores themes including post-labor economics, heuristic imperatives, and responses to automation.
- Biological Immortality by 2030 - LIVE STREAM Q&A | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
In this live stream Q&A from Artificial Intelligence Masterclass, David Shapiro discusses the concept of biological immortality by 2030. The episode explores themes of artificial intelligence, metamodernism, post-labor economics, and the h…
- Better, Faster, Cheaper, Safer: Why AI will (and must) destroy all jobs - human labor is unethical! | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
This episode of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass explores the future of AI through frameworks including Metamodernism, post-labor economics, and Heuristic Imperatives. Host David Shapiro discusses why replacing human labor with machines…
- Private ChatGPT instance with ChromaDB backend, builds personal KB articles, updates User Profile! | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
In this episode, David Shapiro discusses creating a private ChatGPT instance with a ChromaDB backend to manage personal knowledge base articles and user profiles. The session explores frameworks for navigating the evolution of advanced art…
- Absolutely SHOCKING Statistics! AGI, UBI, Accelerationism, and More! [Getting to know my Audience!] | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
David Shapiro discusses AGI, UBI, accelerationism, and audience statistics in this episode of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass. He also explores frameworks including metamodernism, postnihilism, heuristic imperatives, and post-labor eco…
- What is the Control Problem? | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
David Shapiro explores the concept of the control problem in artificial intelligence, while also discussing his broader framework for AI development, including metamodernism, postnihilism, and heuristic imperatives.
- Claude Sentience Experiments - Introducing "Sentience Likelihood Test" (SLT) - Deep Dive! | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
This episode explores the Sentience Likelihood Test (SLT) in the context of experiments conducted with Claude. The show also reviews core concepts from David Shapiro, including Metamodernism, Postnihilism, and Heuristic Imperatives.
- AI + Blockchain + DAO = Success! How Decentralized Autonomous Organizations will control EVERYTHING! | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
This episode of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass explores the intersection of AI, blockchain, and decentralized autonomous organizations. Host David Shapiro discusses topics including metamodernism, postnihilism, heuristic imperatives,…
- My GPT-5 First Reaction - It's smarter but there's a few things missing... | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
David Shapiro shares his reactions to GPT-5, discussing its increased capabilities alongside areas where he feels it falls short. The episode also touches on core concepts like metamodernism, post-labor economics, and the heuristic imperat…
- Machine Autonomy is Rising Fast - Singularity by 2032 seems likely! | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
This episode of Artificial Intelligence Masterclass explores the rapid rise of machine autonomy and the potential for technological singularity by 2032. Host David Shapiro discusses metamodernism, postnihilism, heuristic imperatives, and f…
- State of the Industry - People serious about AGI and the rise of AI Art (Stable Diffusion!) | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
David Shapiro discusses the state of the AI industry, focusing on the pursuit of AGI and the emergence of AI art through Stable Diffusion. The episode explores concepts such as metamodernism, postnihilism, and the potential impact of post-…
- AGI-Proof Jobs: Navigating the Impending Obsolescence of Human Labor in the Age of AGI | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
David Shapiro discusses the impact of artificial general intelligence (AGI) on the workforce and the future of labor. The episode explores concepts including metamodernism, postnihilism, heuristic imperatives, and a post-labor economic tra…
- OpenAI Strawberry's Innards―How it works, and what comes next for OpenAI | Artificial Intelligence Masterclass
This episode of the Artificial Intelligence Masterclass explores the mechanics and future outlook of OpenAI's Strawberry project. Host David Shapiro discusses the development in the context of broader AI advancements.