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Narrative violation. WSJ today.
X ^ | 07/27/2026 | David Sacks

Posted on 07/27/2026 1:39:16 PM PDT by SmokingJoe

Narrative violation. WSJ today.


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1 posted on 07/27/2026 1:39:16 PM PDT by SmokingJoe
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To: SmokingJoe

Have they discovered what I discovered? AI is really pretty stupid when issues get beyond a fairly routine level of complexity. Who knew?


2 posted on 07/27/2026 1:41:20 PM PDT by Vigilanteman (The politicized state destroys many aspects of civil society, human kindness and private charity.)
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Actual Article: https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/4389476/posts
3 posted on 07/27/2026 1:42:11 PM PDT by E. Pluribus Unum (Israel First. America... who cares?)
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To: Vigilanteman

It is very useful on internet searches and goes through the same processes. It saves a tremendous amount of time in research. However, I agree with you. I still would not trust its recommendations on so many things, and certainly would verify anything it recommends.


4 posted on 07/27/2026 1:47:02 PM PDT by Eli Kopter (B''H We are given a new day today, with new choices. Choose wisely!)
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To: Vigilanteman

That’s your experience.

I’ve built some amazing SaaS systems over the past few months that would have required a team of developers to make. I hate a LOT about AI, but I love that it helps me be a better coder.

I say this as someone who built his first website over 30 years ago in grad school.


5 posted on 07/27/2026 1:49:38 PM PDT by Theo (FReeping since 1997 ... drain the swamp.)
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To: Vigilanteman

Actually AI is smart and will get far smarter next 5 to 10 years m


6 posted on 07/27/2026 1:50:02 PM PDT by SmokingJoe
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To: Theo

Yup.


7 posted on 07/27/2026 1:52:32 PM PDT by SmokingJoe
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To: SmokingJoe

With a little gain-of-function built in, the possibilities for AI are endless.


8 posted on 07/27/2026 1:54:20 PM PDT by equaviator (Nobody's perfect. That's why they put pencils on erasers!)
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To: SmokingJoe

Hire Americans and not h-1b visa scammers.


9 posted on 07/27/2026 1:54:34 PM PDT by central_va (I won't be reconstructed and I do not give a damn)
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To: SmokingJoe

Betchya they’re all H1Bs, which none of our politicians on either side of the aisle, will crack down on.


10 posted on 07/27/2026 1:58:44 PM PDT by Sirius Lee ("Never argue with a fool, onlookers may not be able to tell the difference.)
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To: SmokingJoe

Fake STEM labor shortage in 3….2….1


11 posted on 07/27/2026 2:01:42 PM PDT by central_va (I won't be reconstructed and I do not give a damn)
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To: Sirius Lee

Ummmm.....nope.


12 posted on 07/27/2026 2:08:26 PM PDT by SmokingJoe
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To: SmokingJoe

Yup.


13 posted on 07/27/2026 2:09:16 PM PDT by Sirius Lee ("Never argue with a fool, onlookers may not be able to tell the difference.)
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To: central_va

Grok:

Yes. In his second term, the Trump administration has implemented multiple measures that have substantially reduced H-1B demand, registrations, and new entries (especially lower-wage and overseas hires).


14 posted on 07/27/2026 2:13:49 PM PDT by SmokingJoe
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To: Sirius Lee

See 14.


15 posted on 07/27/2026 2:14:30 PM PDT by SmokingJoe
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90% of the recently laid of H1Bs are being rehired.


16 posted on 07/27/2026 2:15:56 PM PDT by Sirius Lee ("Never argue with a fool, onlookers may not be able to tell the difference.)
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To: SmokingJoe; Theo
It will improve. A decade ago, I freelanced at $40/hour to check machine translations of e-mail for a law firm. It was getting better then and it is a lot better now. My beef is that too much of corporate doesn't understand the limitations yet and thinks it can perform functions which it clearly cannot.

For the jagoffs who think work will become optional, beware! Should that happen, the state may very well see you as a parasite to be eliminated rather than a useful cog in the machine.

17 posted on 07/27/2026 2:16:59 PM PDT by Vigilanteman (The politicized state destroys many aspects of civil society, human kindness and private charity.)
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To: Eli Kopter

See my post #17.


18 posted on 07/27/2026 2:18:04 PM PDT by Vigilanteman (The politicized state destroys many aspects of civil society, human kindness and private charity.)
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To: Sirius Lee

According to who?
Bluesky?


19 posted on 07/27/2026 2:23:03 PM PDT by SmokingJoe
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To: SmokingJoe; usconservative; Mr. K
This is my experience, as well. It seems to me that only experienced and senior IT developers are truly caspable of coding with AI. You need some skill to correctly apply it.

Big Companies Resuming Hiring After AI Era Layoffs

Major U.S. companies are reversing years of hiring freezes and beginning to expand their workforces, a shift that defies earlier predictions that AI would completely replace human roles Political Wire+1.

Why hiring is resuming
For much of the AI era, companies paused or cut jobs due to economic uncertainty, rising inflation, and higher interest rates, which squeezed budgets and made expansion risky Forbes. Many also believed AI could handle more tasks, leading to layoffs in tech, transportation, and other sectors. By late 2025, about 42% of firms had full or partial hiring freezes, and layoffs surged 127% from the prior quarter Forbes.

However, executives now say the costs and limitations of AI mean more human workers are needed to implement, manage, and oversee AI systems illuminem.com. Companies are also rehiring some of the staff they cut when AI systems fail to fully replace human judgment, especially in roles requiring empathy, relationship-building, or nuanced decision-making Forbes.

Which industries are hiring
The Wall Street Journal reports that firms across tech, transportation, and defense — including Alphabet (Google’s parent) and railroad giant CSX — are signaling renewed recruitment to work alongside AI illuminem.com. These hires are often aimed at integrating AI into operations, ensuring safety, and meeting regulatory or sustainability goals illuminem.com.

What the new roles look like
While hiring is returning, many companies are rebuilding teams with a focus on cost control, leaner structures, and flexible work arrangements Forbes. Roles may be more specialized, tied directly to revenue or core operations, and come with expectations for AI integration and reskilling.

What this means for job seekers
The resurgence in hiring signals renewed employer confidence, but the job market is not returning to pre-layoff conditions. Workers should expect roles that blend human skills with AI tools, and be prepared for potential reskilling demands. For those affected by AI-related layoffs, there’s a growing trend of rehiring after a 6–12 month gap when AI performance lags behind expectations Forbes.

In short, big companies are hiring again — not because AI is obsolete, but because it’s clear that human oversight remains essential for effective AI adoption and business growth.

20 posted on 07/27/2026 2:39:07 PM PDT by Lazamataz (The quickest and easiest way to untold riches is to be elected to national office.)
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