Hi - First off i feel like i need to say that I don’t have anyone to discuss this with so I thought i would turn to reddit.
Tl;DR - AI might not replace your job directly and doesn’t need to perform every task that you do to compromise your job security.
The other day I had an issue with my computer. Basically I unplugged my computer while it was on. This wouldn’t be the first time this has happened but this time it was different because it wouldn’t turn back on after plugging it back in. Now, I’m not a tech guy but I’m usually able to do the basics and Google stuff. However, this time I went to chat gpt. It helped me diagnose and fix the issue via “the paper clip test”. Essentially it walked me through unplugging everything from the vulnerable parts of the computer and then putting a paper clip on the power switch thingy. Lo and Behold, the led and fans started up and then it helped me put everything back together and the computer works great. I could have googled it but I think I would have gotten lost especially when it came to the power switch area. I took pictures of the computer and it helped me locate everything.
No big deal right? Well - I probably would have taken my computer to geek squad or another local repair shop to get it fixed but now I’m back to gaming and my wallet is untouched.
Which made me realize that the repair shop would have gotten a sale if it weren’t for chat gpt. Which means even though AI couldn’t run a repair shop and physically fix a computer it can walk consumers through the steps.
Now I understand the havoc ai will wreak on the economy a little bit more.
What other industries demand will be affected?
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