For a tool to feel like an extension of you you must have a nearly fully predictive model of what it will do.

2025-08-18 · Bits and Bobs 8/18/25

For a tool to feel like an extension of you you must have a nearly fully predictive model of what it will do.
- The illusion of it being an extension of you only works if you feel you can control it with high precision.
- Every time you can't take it for granted, it breaks the illusion and separates you from it.

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