Norbert Pillmayer

I write about computer science and artificial intelligence, often focusing on the related social issues. I have a background in computer science and have worked in the IT industry for three decades. This means I draw on a lot of experience regarding how IT has changed society, and vice versa. The dawn of AI is the latest exciting chapter in this saga. This blog stems from that perspective: technically informed, looking past the hype, skeptical of simple answers.

Outside of work, I am drawn to Stoicism and any discipline that helps me develop a more rational view of the world, such as philosophy, data science, learning theory, and the societal impact of science. Let's reduce the noise and lay bare the incentives and trade-offs.