Philosophical Food For Thought
Allen Newell's paper entitled
Fairy
Tales
- Computers provide the capability for intelligent behavior
- Computers are becoming faster, cheaper, smaller, etc.
- Technology does not imply rigidity
- Technology must not exact a high cost to people, the environment, etc.
- Have fun
- Maintain childlike wonder
- Help others
- Have others help you (be honest, be earnest, apologize when needed,
focus on others, listen to feedback)
- Show gratitude (parents, mentors - "dutch uncle", students, bosses -
"show respect, but question", etc.)
- Be an optimist (find the good in people, situations)
- Be good at something
- Work hard, don't give up
- Be an opportunist
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