QFM037: Machine Intelligence Reading List October 2024

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This month’s edition of the “Machine Intelligence Reading List” looks into recent developments in AI, exploring both the technical boundaries and practical applications of large language models (LLMs) and other machine learning tools. In Apple study exposes deep cracks in LLMs’ “reasoning” capabilities, Apple researchers reveal the limitations of LLMs in performing genuine logical reasoning, underscoring how these models struggle to adapt to minor changes in problem scenarios, often replicating patterns from their training data without true understanding. This raises essential questions about the robustness of LLMs, especially in situations that demand logical inference.

Extending the conversation on reasoning, LLMs, Theory of Mind, and Cheryl’s Birthday by Peter Norvig examines whether LLMs can grasp “theory of mind,” using a classic logic puzzle to test their ability to understand another perspective. Norvig’s findings echo Apple’s study, demonstrating that, while powerful, current LLMs lack the cognitive nuance to handle tasks that humans process intuitively.

On the application side, Headstart Accelerates Software Development by up to 100x with Claude illustrates how LLMs can drive productivity gains in software development. Leveraging Claude, Headstart shortens development timelines, showcasing AI’s potential to reshape how code is generated and delivered in enterprise settings. In another application, A return to hand-written notes by learning to read & write highlights a Google Research model that digitises handwritten notes by capturing the precise pen strokes, rather than relying on OCR. This innovation preserves the natural quality of handwriting, offering an intriguing bridge between traditional and digital workflows.

Finally, automation in career tasks is explored in Automate Your Job Applications with AIHawk’s Auto_Jobs_Applier, where AI is used to streamline the job application process. By auto-generating customised resumes and tailoring applications to match job requirements, this tool seeks to alleviate the often burdensome process of job-seeking, suggesting AI’s role in personalising and scaling routine tasks.

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Apple study exposes deep cracks in LLMs’ “reasoning” capabilities: A recent study conducted by Apple researchers reveals significant vulnerabilities in the reasoning capabilities of large language models (LLMs). These models often fail at logical inference tasks, especially when faced with minor changes in problem scenarios, leading to what researchers term “catastrophic” drops in performance. The study highlights that current LLMs are not capable of genuine logical reasoning, but rather, replicate patterns from training data. The findings emphasize the fragility of LLMs in truly grasping underlying mathematical concepts, suggesting that without genuine reasoning abilities, these models remain brittle in unexpected situations.

#AI #MachineLearning #LogicalReasoning #ArtificialIntelligence #TechResearch

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A return to hand-written notes by learning to read & write: Google Research has introduced a model that digitises handwritten notes by capturing the precise trajectories of pen strokes, rather than relying on traditional optical character recognition (OCR). This approach preserves the unique, editable aspects of handwriting, making it possible to store and organise handwritten content in a digital, vectorised format without the need for specialised equipment. The model enables a realistic digital representation of handwriting that maintains the look and feel of original notes, supporting better integration with other digital tools.

#Handwriting #DigitalNotes #GoogleResearch #OCRAlternative #HandwrittenToDigital

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Headstart Accelerates Software Development by up to 100x with Claude: Headstart, an AI-native software development company, utilizes Claude to drastically reduce software development timelines from months to weeks for enterprise clients. Founded by Nicole Hedley, Headstart leverages Claude to achieve up to 100x faster development, with Claude writing the majority of the code. This transformation allows them to offer flat-fee billing, changing client expectations on project timelines and costs. The AI tools, particularly Claude’s intuitive interface and extensive context capabilities, enable rapid application development and significant productivity gains compared to traditional coding methods.

#AIDevelopment #SoftwareInnovation #TechTransformation #ClaudeAI #EnterpriseSoftware

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Automate Your Job Applications with AIHawk’s Auto_Jobs_Applier: AIHawk’s Auto_Jobs_Applier is a tool designed to streamline the job application process using automation and artificial intelligence. This innovative software allows users to apply for numerous jobs quickly and accurately by leveraging AI for personalisation and efficiency. It tackles the tedious task of manual applications, offering features like customised resumes for each application, intelligent job search capabilities, and smart filtering of job listings. It not only automates the application process but also enhances the quality of applications by matching style and content to specific job requirements.

#AI #Automation #JobSeeker #AIHawk #TechInnovation

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LLMs, Theory of Mind, and Cheryl’s Birthday: Peter Norvig’s notebook explores the theory of mind in Large Language Models (LLMs) by testing various LLMs and human solvers on the “Cheryl’s Birthday” logic puzzle. Norvig found that while the human solver could handle both provided tasks, no LLM successfully solved either, highlighting limitations in LLMs’ ability to infer knowledge about others’ knowledge.

#LLMs #TheoryOfMind #AIlimitations #LogicPuzzle #CherylsBirthday

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Originally published on quantumfaxmachine.com and cross-posted on Medium.