1017, We need to stop calling it “AI”
Summary
In this Syntax potluck episode, Wes and Scott answer listener questions about Shadcn’s copy-paste component model, the benefits of PNPM over NPM, and the web standards process. They also discuss why major design systems often ignore modern HTML features like `<dialog>` and `anchor`. Finally, they debate whether developers should focus on deep fundamentals or high-level AI orchestration, concluding that understanding core concepts is essential for effectively directing AI tools.
Topics discussed
Intro: AI, deep understanding, and episode topics
ShadCN UI: Ownership, updates, and security
Why use PNPM over NPM? Speed, security, and workspaces
First Stack Overflow posts and the future of AI agents
Video podcasts on Apple Podcasts and celebrity culture
How web standards are created: TC39 and WHATWG
Is it really AI? LLMs, probability, and sentience
Modern HTML features vs. React design systems
AI era skills: Fundamentals vs. high-level architecture
Tech scams, credit card skimmers, and Warhammer 40k
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