The Quirky Transformation of My Friend in the AI Group 🤯🙉

It seems that ever since my friend transitioned to the so-called “AI group,” he has become a completely different person! Gone are the days when he would quickly respond to my invitations for lunch; now, his vocabulary is flooded with buzzwords that sound like they belong in a tech seminar.

From Casual Conversations to Technical Jargon

Whenever I try to chat with him, he now responds with sentences like, “That case you mentioned is interesting; let me add it to the golden dataset to quality hillclimb my prompt.” I used to think that writing prompts was just a small part of the job, but according to him, it’s a crucial aspect!

“You don’t get it! This is called AI judgment,” he insists. “It guarantees quality, which is incredibly important! People working on AI infrastructure can’t compare to the importance of our work on quality!” His fervor is both amusing and slightly concerning.

Weekend Workaholic?

Last weekend, I tried to reach him to grab a bite. To my surprise, he shot back with, “Don’t you guys work on weekends?” I was perplexed. Are they really that dedicated to AI that they never take a break? He casually replied, “The AI group operates on quick and dirty principles!”

He explained, “This project was directly assigned by the VP! The visibility is immense!” It appears he feels an obligation to uphold the trust his boss has placed in him. What happened to the guy who used to prioritize our hangouts over work? Now, his focus is on metrics, evaluations, datasets, and prompts. It’s almost like he’s been transformed into a new species of human… let’s call it the “prompt engineer” 👨💻.

The New AI Culture

This transformation may seem extreme, but it reflects a broader cultural shift in today’s tech landscape. As artificial intelligence takes the forefront of the industry, many professionals find themselves immersed in a world focused on data quality and performance metrics. My friend’s experience is not unique; increasingly, individuals in AI roles are adopting the language and workflows that come with the territory.

Conclusion

While it’s amusing to watch my friend embrace his new “AI engineer” identity, it’s also a reminder of the changes sweeping through workplaces everywhere. The rise of AI has not only redefined job roles but also transformed personal interactions and priorities. As he dives deeper into this AI realm, I can’t help but wonder if he’ll ever return to the casual conversations we once had. For now, I guess I’ll need to get accustomed to his new lexicon of prompts and metrics!

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