[Ep419] Abstract Musings

[Ep419] Abstract Musings

Author: Butterscotch Shenanigans June 14, 2023 Duration: 1:04:26

This week, we talk about Crashlands 2 shenanigans, LA madness, and subject matter experts. The concept of expertise is transforming from a focus on specific details to higher-level abstractions. When you have a deep understanding of the conceptual underpinnings of something, you can leverage technology to figure out precise answers. But first, you need to know what questions to ask and how to ask them.



00:20 Intro

00:44 Thanks to our supporters! (https://moneygrab.bscotch.net)

01:00 Crashlands 2 Announcement

02:18 Guerilla Collective

04:37 LA Mix Event

09:37 The Completionist

24:30 World Map


Questions answered (abbreviated):

  • 38:15 Cpt. Jazz: In preparation for episode 420, in what ways is the Butterscotch crew blazin' through Crashlands 2 development?
  • 41:10 JumpykragQuaajoin: Will people learn fewer things or learn less quickly if they use Copilot?


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