Behind The Tech – Ask Me Anything with Microsoft CTO, Kevin Scott
31In this AMA episode of "Behind the Tech," Kevin Scott and Christina Warren address a variety of listener questions, ranging from the impact of AI on learning and personal projects to the future of software development and AI regulation. Kevin shares his experience using AI for personal projects, such as making Japanese tea bowls, and discusses how AI has changed the way he approaches both work and hobbies. The conversation also touches on the potential for AI to reshape software development, with Kevin emphasizing the significant changes AI will bring to the field and the importance of adapting to these changes.
The episode also explores broader topics, such as the regulation of AI, the challenges of scaling AI in regions with limited technological infrastructure, and the role of creative leaders in the era of AI. Kevin highlights the need for consistent and agile regulation to ensure the safe and beneficial deployment of AI technologies. He also discusses the democratization of AI tools and the importance of connectivity in enabling access to these technologies. The episode concludes with a discussion on the evolving definition of a technologist and the blurring lines between technology and creativity, emphasizing the importance of human involvement in AI-driven art and innovation.
0:00 Welcome & Intro
00:29 "How has your pace of learning changed in the era of AI?”
04:15 “Do you believe that in the future AI will completely reshape the way that we produce software?”
10:09 “How do you suggest we regulate AI?”
15:05 “How can LLMs be scaled effectively across regions with limited technological infrastructure?”
20:40 “I am curious about how Microsoft approaches running technical tests against its own infrastructure”
29:49 “You’ve had a few recent guests that aren’t typical technologists, like Ben Laude and Refik Anadol. Could you share more about your thinking?”
36:14 “I’ve been hearing a lot about agents being the next AI frontier. What can you tell us about what that will look like?”
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