An AI startup, Quilty, claimed its tool could accurately predict a film's success from its script, but early tests showed it failed significantly, leading to widespread skepticism in the industry. It incorrectly predicted a flop would outperform an Oscar-winning blockbuster.
The article discusses how artificial intelligence is democratizing software, comparing it to past advancements like photography. It argues that despite concerns, this democratization doesn't destroy craftsmanship but instead creates new opportunities while still valuing skilled professionals.
The author details how they single-handedly shipped multiple projects thanks to AI, a feat previously requiring a large team, illustrating AI's democratizing effect on building. However, they argue that AI also centralizes power in a few labs due to significant moats in compute, data, and distribution.