The problem with prediction machines is they are predictable
Alex Harper: The primary problem with Vibe Coding is that AI, by its very nature, is a statistical engine. It generates the most “probable” result … Read More
My list of what makes a website go from good to great
An aspirational list of what makes good websites into great ones.
The three classes of work (guess which one you do a lot of)
Summer is when I generally start thinking about big transitions in my work, my teaching, and my habits. I’ve been thinking a lot lately about … Read More
There’s what it does, and there’s what people need. Are you what people need?
A final note for students embarking on a career in the media arts. Create more than you consume, and separate what people need versus what something does.
Rude websites — local government edition
When I talk to my students about organizing websites, they invariably start with a few stalwart ideas: And that’s about it. What a bummer. Small … Read More