ByteSize Daily Wrap - 2023/11/28

Welcome, tech-aficionados! We're super psyched to bring you the latest blitz from the sprawling cosmos of AI, low code, and tech in today's episode of Atometrix ByteSize. Ladies and Gents, you're in for a bowlful of byte-sized morsels with everything from Putin's latest AI dreams to a fashion influencer that's all about AI, not to mention other thrilling leaps in technical work and code engineering.

Now, get ready for a serving of our spit-ball reactions to the stories that have been drumming the tech beat. Putin has been putting the hammer and sickle into the AI grid – perhaps he's been binging too much on "The Matrix" during lockdown? Then, we have Spain high-fiving their first AI influencer, Yoyo. As Yoyo gains traction in the virtual fashion world, our human influencers might need to turn to coding class! Lastly, we'll round-off with a toast to the tough guys making the Herculean effort of transforming technical work into a commodity. It's not as easy as churning butter, folks! So buckle up, we're going on a roller-coaster ride of tech updates!

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News & Articles

• (Link) Vladimir Putin Urges Russia to Excel in AI: In this article, Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasises the need for Russia to catch up in the global race for artificial intelligence (AI). He acknowledges that other countries, like the US and China, are ahead in this field and urges for greater investment and development in AI technologies. It seems like even Putin wants Russia to be on the cutting edge of AI... maybe he wants to create a "KGB-Intelligence" instead!

• (Link) Yoyo: Spain's Trailblazing AI Fashion Influencer and Gamechanger: Spain has welcomed its first AI influencer, a virtual character named Yoyo. Yoyo has gained popularity on social media platforms by sharing fashion and beauty content. With a large following, Yoyo has now started monetising her fame through collaborations and sponsorships. This virtual influencer is proving that technology can have a significant impact on the influencer industry. Looks like humans might have some competition in the social media game! Watch out, influencers, the robots are taking over the gram!

• (Link) The Complexity of Turning Technical Work into Commodity: In this eye-opening article, the author explores the challenges of trying to turn technical work into a commodity. While our world is built on the idea of mass production, the reality is that individual people play a crucial role in making things work smoothly. The author argues that we cannot simply rely on commodification alone without acknowledging and understanding the complex human element involved. So, next time you're tempted to think that everything can be automated, remember that there's more to it than meets the eye! Just ask the friendly robot in the break room. (Note: There may not actually be a robot. Or a break room.)

Code & Engineering

• (Link) Unleash Data Power with RAGs: Your Personal Assistant: Have you ever wanted to create a RAG pipeline from your data sources using natural language? Look no further! RAGs is a cool Streamlit app on GitHub that allows you to do just that. It's super easy - all you have to do is describe the tasks and parameters you want from your RAG system, and voila! You can query the RAG and get answers to your data-related questions. It's like having a personal assistant for your data! Plus, who doesn't love a little RAG-ing? 😉

• (Link) Design2Code: Transform Your Designs into Websites Effortlessly: Design2Code is an amazing tool that can effortlessly convert any web design screenshot into clean HTML/CSS code. This means you can turn your creative designs into functional websites without the hassle of writing code yourself. It's like having a personal assistant who speaks fluent HTML! So go ahead and let Design2Code do the heavy lifting for you. With this tool, you'll be coding websites like a pro in no time. Who needs a coding superhero when you've got Design2Code!

Tools & Products

• (Link) Discover Instant Answers & Insights with Walles.ai: Walles.ai is a clever tool that allows you to get instant insights and answers from any website or PDF right in your browser. No more wasting time searching through the vast amount of information, Walles.ai does the work for you! It's like having your personal research assistant at your fingertips. Say goodbye to information overload and hello to effortless knowledge. So, go ahead and give it a try, you'll be amazed at how much time and effort it saves you. Plus, you might even impress your friends with all the facts you'll learn!

• (Link) Maximise Online Impact with OpenRep: Unleash AI-Powered Marketing: OpenRep is a fantastic tool that uses AI to help streamline and optimise your digital marketing workflow. It harnesses the power of organic strategies to increase your online presence and drive better results. With OpenRep, you'll have a secret weapon in your marketing arsenal that will make your competitors green with envy. Don't miss out on this game-changing tool! Just promise not to use it for evil...or for stealing your colleague's lunch from the break room fridge!

• (Link) Recall: Your Shortcut to Summarising Online Content: Have you ever wished you could save time by quickly summarising lengthy online content? Well, your wish has been granted with Recall! This handy tool allows you to summarise any online article or webpage in just a few clicks, saving you countless hours of reading. Say goodbye to information overload and hello to productivity! With Recall, you'll have more time for the things you love, like binge-watching your favourite show or indulging in some well-deserved chocolate cake. #ProductivityHack

• (Link) Experience AI's Unlimited Potential with Dreamachines.ai: Dreamachines.ai is an exciting platform that allows you to explore the power and possibilities of artificial intelligence (AI) through dream machines. These dream machines use AI algorithms to create vivid and unique dream-like experiences. With Dreamachines.ai, you can immerse yourself in a world where AI meets imagination. So, get ready to let your mind wander and see where these dream machines can take you. Who knows, you might even dream up the next big innovation! Keep dreaming and creating!

Miscellaneous

• (Link) Unlocking the Power of CRISPR: A Genome Editing Revolution: Scientists have used an algorithm to uncover a "treasure trove" of new CRISPR systems that could revolutionise genome editing. By sorting through millions of genomes, researchers discovered rare types of CRISPR systems, including one that targets RNA. This breakthrough opens up possibilities for more precise and effective genome-editing tools. Who knew that searching through genomes could be so exciting? With these new discoveries, the future of genome editing looks brighter than ever! Now we just need to find CRISPR systems that can sort our laundry for us!

• (Link) ScienceGPT: Transforming Research with Unrivaled AI Power!: Get ready for the ultimate AI language model! The US government and Intel have joined forces to create ScienceGPT, a groundbreaking one trillion parameter model. This beast of a model is being trained to tackle scientific challenges and revolutionise research. With such immense power, ScienceGPT is set to rule the AI world! Just don't give it too much power or it might decide to take over the world... Just kidding!

• (Link) Build Your Own Hilarious Adventure Game Today!: In this article, Levelsio shares an open-source gist that allows you to create your own image+text-based adventure game. Inspired by the classic Monkey Island game, he has used GPTs to create "The Secret of Monkey Island: Amsterdam" and has generously shared all the configurations and instructions. It's a fantastic opportunity for aspiring game builders to showcase their skills and gain some well-deserved attention. Plus, who doesn't love open-source projects? It's a win-win situation for everyone involved. So, grab your creativity and get ready to embark on a hilarious gaming adventure. Just watch out for those punny pirates!

Art of the Day

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And that's the ByteSize wrap on today's AI, low code and tech buzz, folks! Thanks for lending us your ears and allowing the tech fairies to sprinkle some silicon magic into your day. Remember, technology may move at warp speed, but don't forget to stay ByteSized as you navigate your techscape journey - just remember to duck when the low code boomerangs are on the loose. Until next time, keep geeking out, tech-comrades, over and out!

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