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Why My Books on Generative AI and Language Learning is Still a Draft

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Andymar Subijano
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What have you been putting off doing? Why?

The Puzzle of Entrepreneurship and Authorship

Navigating the labyrinth of entrepreneurship is a little like designing an intricate algorithm. Every turn is a decision, and every decision influences the outcome. Now, imagine juggling that with the equally intricate task of writing a groundbreaking book on generative AI and its applications in language learning. Mind-boggling, right? The very platform I’m developing aims to unseat giants like Duolingo in providing a language learning experience that is not just beneficial but groundbreaking. It’s like an AI that learns not just from data but also from human intuition. And that requires my full focus.

Books as Time Capsules in the Digital World

You might ask, why write a book in an era where information is readily available in digital bytes and AI summaries? Books are timeless repositories of knowledge. They’re like an expertly trained AI model that doesn’t require updates or an internet connection. They’re eternal. However, the process of writing one is almost akin to developing an AI model from scratch. It’s not just about typing words on a screen; it’s about pouring experience, research, and innovation into each chapter, and ensuring each line of ‘code’ contributes to the larger ‘algorithm’ that is the book.

The Eternal Tug-of-War: Time vs Aspirations

Time is the most valuable currency, more precious than the cleanest data sets to an AI researcher. Every minute spent away from my family or my startup is a minute that I can’t get back. It’s like allocating computing resources in AI; you have to decide which tasks are crucial now and which can be queued for later. Writing a book is important, but developing a tool that could change how we approach language learning? That’s urgent.

Seizing the Golden Opportunity: It’s All About Timing

The timing of the book matters. If my app scales the heights I envision for it, the book will not just be a guide but a narrative of that journey. It’s like an AI that has iterated and improved over time. By holding off, I gain the priceless advantage of hindsight, the luxury to write not just about the ‘how’ but also the ‘why’ of my successes and failures.

What’s Next? A Glimpse into the Future

Just as we use predictive analytics in AI to forecast outcomes, I predict that this delay is a setup for something extraordinary. Both my app and my future book stand to benefit from this period of gestation. I’ll have a rich tapestry of experiences and learnings to share, and who knows, maybe the next chapter could feature you.

So, what are you putting on hold in your life, and what could you stand to gain from it? Let’s embrace the wait, for sometimes the most exciting innovations—be it in AI or in life—come to those who bide their time wisely.

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