Analogue Evolution, Digital Revolution - Tipping Points in Technology

Explore the non-linear nature of technological progress in this thought-provoking conference talk from YOW! Australia 2023. Delve into the concept of tipping points in technology, examining how digital innovations have fundamentally transformed various industries and aspects of human society. Journey through the evolution of digital cameras, the music industry, generative AI, and social media, while considering the potential impact of emerging technologies. Gain insights into the challenges of predicting the next big technological breakthrough and learn how understanding past innovations can help make sense of future digital revolutions. Reflect on the role of AI in software engineering and explore projects like DALL-E, ChatGPT, and the Solid Project. Conclude with a discussion on the broader implications of technological advancements for society and the tech industry.

Intro
Tipping points
Film vs digital cameras
Music industry
GenAI
Books
Stack Overflow
Will AI replace software engineers?
Kodak Super 8
DALL-E
ChatGPT
Alice & Bob
https://solidproject.org
Social media
Conclusion
Outro