John W Lewis
@johnwlewis.com
Applied physicist, focussed on innovation.
Founder of @NeatStrategy.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnwlewis
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Founder of @NeatStrategy.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnwlewis
X: @JohnWLewis
Mastodon: @[email protected]
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They beat pounding clothes with rocks down by the river. #DigiBlogChat
A9 #DigiBlogChat
The same new high-value purpose I assign to the time and energy regained by getting a washing machine and a dishwasher!!
The same new high-value purpose I assign to the time and energy regained by getting a washing machine and a dishwasher!!
Q9. If AI handles 80% of your current administrative or repetitive tasks, what new, high-value purpose would you assign to the time and mental energy you regain? #DigiBlogChat
November 25, 2025 at 8:51 PM
They beat pounding clothes with rocks down by the river. #DigiBlogChat
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Heartfelt thanks to those of you that have followed us from @X, and to all newcomers to our audience here on @Bluesky.app. #DigiBlogChat is all about you and sharing ideas and knowledge. Without you it would be a lot less enjoyable.
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November 25, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Heartfelt thanks to those of you that have followed us from @X, and to all newcomers to our audience here on @Bluesky.app. #DigiBlogChat is all about you and sharing ideas and knowledge. Without you it would be a lot less enjoyable.
A10 #DigiBlogChat
People with little or no access to electronic devices, although those are becoming far more ubiqutious than might have been predicted.
People with little or no access to electronic devices, although those are becoming far more ubiqutious than might have been predicted.
Q10. Who do you believe will be the last group of people to experience AI as a "game-changer," and what specific purpose could AI serve to accelerate their inclusion? #DigiBlogChat
November 25, 2025 at 8:57 PM
A10 #DigiBlogChat
People with little or no access to electronic devices, although those are becoming far more ubiqutious than might have been predicted.
People with little or no access to electronic devices, although those are becoming far more ubiqutious than might have been predicted.
A9 #DigiBlogChat
The same new high-value purpose I assign to the time and energy regained by getting a washing machine and a dishwasher!!
The same new high-value purpose I assign to the time and energy regained by getting a washing machine and a dishwasher!!
Q9. If AI handles 80% of your current administrative or repetitive tasks, what new, high-value purpose would you assign to the time and mental energy you regain? #DigiBlogChat
November 25, 2025 at 8:48 PM
A9 #DigiBlogChat
The same new high-value purpose I assign to the time and energy regained by getting a washing machine and a dishwasher!!
The same new high-value purpose I assign to the time and energy regained by getting a washing machine and a dishwasher!!
A8 #DigiBlogChat
As with ever other technological development, we'll learn about the safety and ethical issues as we go: predicting some, correctly or incorrectly, but not others.
As with ever other technological development, we'll learn about the safety and ethical issues as we go: predicting some, correctly or incorrectly, but not others.
Q8. What is the one non-negotiable safety measure or ethical boundary that must be central to the purpose of all advanced AI systems before they are widely released? #DigiBlogChat
November 25, 2025 at 8:43 PM
A8 #DigiBlogChat
As with ever other technological development, we'll learn about the safety and ethical issues as we go: predicting some, correctly or incorrectly, but not others.
As with ever other technological development, we'll learn about the safety and ethical issues as we go: predicting some, correctly or incorrectly, but not others.
A7 #DigiBlogChat
No idea! As I get older, I'm less sure what is meant by "should"!
No idea! As I get older, I'm less sure what is meant by "should"!
Q7. Should the purpose of generative AI be purely utilitarian (efficiency) or should it be encouraged to serve a creative purpose that challenges or replaces traditional human artistry? #DigiBlogChat
November 25, 2025 at 8:37 PM
A7 #DigiBlogChat
No idea! As I get older, I'm less sure what is meant by "should"!
No idea! As I get older, I'm less sure what is meant by "should"!
He can put his chest infection behind him if he's a contortionist. #DigiBlogChat
I've just seen you have a chest infection. Hopefully it will be all behind you in the run up to Christmas #DigiBlogChat
November 25, 2025 at 8:31 PM
A4 #DigiBlogChat
Google? To continue their dominance of search? 🤷♂️
Google? To continue their dominance of search? 🤷♂️
Q4. What do you believe is the core, profit-driven purpose behind Google's massive investment and deployment of AI technologies, beyond the general benefit to "all"? #DigiBlogChat
November 25, 2025 at 8:28 PM
A4 #DigiBlogChat
Google? To continue their dominance of search? 🤷♂️
Google? To continue their dominance of search? 🤷♂️
A3 #DigiBlogChat
Oh many things might be worse, as with any new tools. But, hopefully, the new results will be positive.
Mitigating them? As usual: Knowledge, Procedures, Practise!
Oh many things might be worse, as with any new tools. But, hopefully, the new results will be positive.
Mitigating them? As usual: Knowledge, Procedures, Practise!
Q3. What might AI "change" for the worse e.g., job displacement, bias, misinformation, and what purpose should developers prioritize to mitigate this risk? #DigiBlogChat
November 25, 2025 at 8:26 PM
A3 #DigiBlogChat
Oh many things might be worse, as with any new tools. But, hopefully, the new results will be positive.
Mitigating them? As usual: Knowledge, Procedures, Practise!
Oh many things might be worse, as with any new tools. But, hopefully, the new results will be positive.
Mitigating them? As usual: Knowledge, Procedures, Practise!
A2 #DigiBlogChat
Right now: overwhelming for supporting software development. It's an area where the tools are providing tremendous support ... even if, most of the time, it's like working with an extremely fast but inexperienced programmer who "knows" all the tactics, but none of the strategy!
Right now: overwhelming for supporting software development. It's an area where the tools are providing tremendous support ... even if, most of the time, it's like working with an extremely fast but inexperienced programmer who "knows" all the tactics, but none of the strategy!
Q2. If you were to define a singular, overriding purpose for AI's deployment in your daily life right now (e.g., productivity, learning, entertainment), what would it be and why? #DigiBlogChat
November 25, 2025 at 8:17 PM
A2 #DigiBlogChat
Right now: overwhelming for supporting software development. It's an area where the tools are providing tremendous support ... even if, most of the time, it's like working with an extremely fast but inexperienced programmer who "knows" all the tactics, but none of the strategy!
Right now: overwhelming for supporting software development. It's an area where the tools are providing tremendous support ... even if, most of the time, it's like working with an extremely fast but inexperienced programmer who "knows" all the tactics, but none of the strategy!
A1 #DigiBlogChat
"Prediction is always difficult, especially when it's about the future!" - Niels Bohr.
And three years is a l..o..n..g time in AI! But ...
as others have said, probably taking care of some routine tasks ... and causing a few upsets (but hopefully not disasters) along the way!
"Prediction is always difficult, especially when it's about the future!" - Niels Bohr.
And three years is a l..o..n..g time in AI! But ...
as others have said, probably taking care of some routine tasks ... and causing a few upsets (but hopefully not disasters) along the way!
Q1. What is the single most impactful way you anticipate AI fundamentally changing your professional life in the next three years? #DigiBlogChat
November 25, 2025 at 8:12 PM
A1 #DigiBlogChat
"Prediction is always difficult, especially when it's about the future!" - Niels Bohr.
And three years is a l..o..n..g time in AI! But ...
as others have said, probably taking care of some routine tasks ... and causing a few upsets (but hopefully not disasters) along the way!
"Prediction is always difficult, especially when it's about the future!" - Niels Bohr.
And three years is a l..o..n..g time in AI! But ...
as others have said, probably taking care of some routine tasks ... and causing a few upsets (but hopefully not disasters) along the way!
Hello #DigiBlogChat!
JWL here, strategic innovation guy, based in SW UK.
JWL here, strategic innovation guy, based in SW UK.
#DigiBlogChat is powered by the incredible opportunities you each bring to learning and sharing knowledge, thank you for all the energy you bring to our weekly discussions!
November 25, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Hello #DigiBlogChat!
JWL here, strategic innovation guy, based in SW UK.
JWL here, strategic innovation guy, based in SW UK.
November 21, 2025 at 9:22 AM
Thank you, very much, Carol and Randy!! #DigiBlogChat
Thank you to @dandyrandy.bsky.social for the wonderful questions! And we're grateful he is recovering from the back injury. #DigiBlogChat
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November 18, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Thank you, very much, Carol and Randy!! #DigiBlogChat
Is Larry ( @lazblazter.bsky.social ) in the #DigiBlogChat house?!
November 18, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Is Larry ( @lazblazter.bsky.social ) in the #DigiBlogChat house?!
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It’s the halfway point and time for a tiny stretch! Also--here are some nice toe beans! #DigiBlogChat
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November 18, 2025 at 8:31 PM
It’s the halfway point and time for a tiny stretch! Also--here are some nice toe beans! #DigiBlogChat
A3 #DigiBlogChat
Oh heck, where you do want to start ...? People I've met, opportunities I've been presented with, activities/hobbies I've taken part in ... there are probably dozens!!
Oh heck, where you do want to start ...? People I've met, opportunities I've been presented with, activities/hobbies I've taken part in ... there are probably dozens!!
Q3. What activities (hobbies, events, etc.) are you grateful for? #DigiBlogChat
November 18, 2025 at 8:17 PM
A3 #DigiBlogChat
Oh heck, where you do want to start ...? People I've met, opportunities I've been presented with, activities/hobbies I've taken part in ... there are probably dozens!!
Oh heck, where you do want to start ...? People I've met, opportunities I've been presented with, activities/hobbies I've taken part in ... there are probably dozens!!
A1 #DigiBlogChat
"Thank you!" ... whatever else happens, that's an important start.
"Thank you!" ... whatever else happens, that's an important start.
November 18, 2025 at 8:10 PM
A1 #DigiBlogChat
"Thank you!" ... whatever else happens, that's an important start.
"Thank you!" ... whatever else happens, that's an important start.
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A1. “Piglet noticed that even though he had a Very Small Heart, it could hold a rather large amount of Gratitude.”
― A.A. Milne, Winnie-the-Pooh #DigiBlogChat
― A.A. Milne, Winnie-the-Pooh #DigiBlogChat
November 18, 2025 at 8:07 PM
A1. “Piglet noticed that even though he had a Very Small Heart, it could hold a rather large amount of Gratitude.”
― A.A. Milne, Winnie-the-Pooh #DigiBlogChat
― A.A. Milne, Winnie-the-Pooh #DigiBlogChat
Much colder and wet, here in the UK today. (But we do tend to talk about the weather!) #DigiBlogChat
November 18, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Much colder and wet, here in the UK today. (But we do tend to talk about the weather!) #DigiBlogChat
Hello #DigiBlogChat! JWL here, organizational innovation guy, based in SW UK.
November 18, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Hello #DigiBlogChat! JWL here, organizational innovation guy, based in SW UK.
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Join us Tuesday November 18 for our #DigiBlogChat topic: An Attitude of Gratitude! With @dandyrandy.bsky.social !
Times: 8pm UK time, 9pm western Europe, 3pm ET, Noon PDT!
Questions coming soon!
Times: 8pm UK time, 9pm western Europe, 3pm ET, Noon PDT!
Questions coming soon!
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November 11, 2025 at 9:13 PM
Join us Tuesday November 18 for our #DigiBlogChat topic: An Attitude of Gratitude! With @dandyrandy.bsky.social !
Times: 8pm UK time, 9pm western Europe, 3pm ET, Noon PDT!
Questions coming soon!
Times: 8pm UK time, 9pm western Europe, 3pm ET, Noon PDT!
Questions coming soon!
I recall a (online?) conversation (which appeals to my sense of humour, at least!) in which someone said (approx.):
"There's nothing new under the sun, as Shakespeare said."
To which someone replied:
"I think you'll find that Solomon said that!"
#DigiBlogChat
"There's nothing new under the sun, as Shakespeare said."
To which someone replied:
"I think you'll find that Solomon said that!"
#DigiBlogChat
November 11, 2025 at 9:05 PM
I recall a (online?) conversation (which appeals to my sense of humour, at least!) in which someone said (approx.):
"There's nothing new under the sun, as Shakespeare said."
To which someone replied:
"I think you'll find that Solomon said that!"
#DigiBlogChat
"There's nothing new under the sun, as Shakespeare said."
To which someone replied:
"I think you'll find that Solomon said that!"
#DigiBlogChat
Another quote I like, as it applies to innovation:
"Different isn't always better, but better is always different." — Marshall Thurber
#DigiBlogChat
"Different isn't always better, but better is always different." — Marshall Thurber
#DigiBlogChat
November 11, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Another quote I like, as it applies to innovation:
"Different isn't always better, but better is always different." — Marshall Thurber
#DigiBlogChat
"Different isn't always better, but better is always different." — Marshall Thurber
#DigiBlogChat
A quote I like (and should probably know its origin) is:
"In theory, there's no difference between theory and practice. In practice, there is."
#DigiBlogChat
"In theory, there's no difference between theory and practice. In practice, there is."
#DigiBlogChat
November 11, 2025 at 8:54 PM
A quote I like (and should probably know its origin) is:
"In theory, there's no difference between theory and practice. In practice, there is."
#DigiBlogChat
"In theory, there's no difference between theory and practice. In practice, there is."
#DigiBlogChat