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Bullshit work is exhausting.

2026-03-17 · Bits and Bobs 3/17/26
  • Bullshit work is exhausting.
    • Cognitive labor.

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← LLMs can't forget about the context in their conversation, they are always drawn to it.Your system of record shouldn't be able to keep secrets from you. →

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  • Claude Code
  • Openclaw

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Bits and Bobs by Alex Komoroske