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AI expert: Friction can be training, not just waste

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Syed Raheel Shahzad argues that not all friction in a system is detrimental, suggesting some difficulty serves as valuable training. He advises evaluating whether removing friction might weaken essential capabilities, emphasizing that good tools should augment rather than replace human capacity. Shahzad advocates for eliminating waste while preserving core functionalities. AI

IMPACT Suggests a nuanced approach to AI tool design, focusing on augmenting rather than replacing human capabilities.

RANK_REASON Opinion piece by a named credible voice on the nature of friction in systems, including AI tools.

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AI expert: Friction can be training, not just waste

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · syedraheelshahzad ·

    Not every friction is a problem. Some difficulty is waste. Some difficulty is training. Before making everything easier, ask: What becomes weaker when this beco

    Not every friction is a problem. Some difficulty is waste. Some difficulty is training. Before making everything easier, ask: What becomes weaker when this becomes easier? A good tool should extend capability—not replace it. Remove waste. Preserve capability. — Syed Raheel Shahza…

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