Stack Snacks
John Siwicki
Explore the latest in tech each week with host John Siwicki on the Stack Snacks podcast. This snack-sized audio experience makes cutting-edge AI, product design, and development digestible. Get a peek behind the curtain at innovators like OpenAI, AWS, Google, and more. Learn how emerging technologies like AI chatbots, generative diffusion models, and advanced neural networks are transforming industries. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, developer, designer, or entrepreneur, the Stack Snacks podcast demystifies complex concepts with clear examples and engaging storytelling. Discover practical insights you can apply to build a future-forward skillset, business, and career. Short on time? Stack Snacks serves up bite-sized episodes under 15 minutes so you can stay informed on what matters in tech. Tune in to fuel your curiosity and get an edge as technologies continue to evolve faster than ever.
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Claude 3.5: A Surprising Release from Anthropic
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06/24/24 • 3 min
In this episode of the Stack Snacks Podcast, host John Siwicki discusses the recent release of Claude 3.5 Sonnet by Anthropic. He describes it as a mid-tier model in the Claude family and shares his positive first impressions, particularly praising its coding capabilities and the 'Artifacts' feature. John encourages listeners to try out Claude 3.5 Sonnet and share their experiences and demos.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:07 Claude 3.5 Sonnet Announcement
00:31 Initial Impressions and Benchmarks
01:30 Coding Capabilities and Features
02:30 Recommendations and Final Thoughts
03:03 Conclusion and Call to Action
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Streamline Your Tasks with VoiceNotes
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06/06/24 • 2 min
In this episode, we dive into VoiceNotes, an innovative tool that transcribes your voice recordings and offers a variety of useful features. From creating summaries and to-do lists to generating tweets, blog posts, and emails, VoiceNotes enhances productivity for busy individuals. We share our experiences using the tool, highlighting its convenience, especially for new parents. Discover how VoiceNotes can simplify your workflow, and learn about its export options and subscription plans. Tune in to see if VoiceNotes is the right fit for you!
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Gemini Advance: Is It Worth Your Time?
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02/15/24 • 6 min
In this episode, we're diving into the recent launch of Google's Gemini Advanced model. Join us as we explore whether it's worth your time and investment. Here's what we've got on the menu:
Introduction to Gemini Advanced: A week after its launch, we take a closer look at Google's new AI offering. Is it the chatbot competitor we've been waiting for?
Understanding the Subscription Model: To access Gemini Advanced, powered by the Gemini Ultra 1.0 model, you'll need to navigate Google's branding maze. We break down the subscription process for you.
First Impressions: After a week of testing, we share our initial thoughts on Gemini's performance. From coding assistance to real-time searches, find out how it stacks up against ChatGPT.
Improvements and Quirks: The Gemini team has been busy ironing out the initial kinks. We discuss the quality improvements and the quirky challenges that remain.
Pricing and Value: With a $20/month subscription fee as part of the Google One plan, we evaluate the cost-effectiveness of Gemini Advanced. Is it worth switching from ChatGPT Plus?
Integration with Google Ecosystem: Despite its strengths, Gemini's integration with Google's suite of services leaves room for improvement. We highlight what's missing and the potential for a more cohesive user experience.
Future Prospects: Google's rapid improvements signal a promising future for Gemini Advanced. We speculate on what's next and how it could revolutionize our interaction with AI.
Thank you for joining us on this exploration of Google's Gemini Advanced. Your curiosity fuels our journey into the ever-evolving world of AI. See you in the next episode!
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This Week In AI: Bard And Dilemmas
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04/24/23 • 6 min
In this episode, we dive into some fascinating discoveries, intriguing discussions, and thought-provoking dilemmas surrounding the world of artificial intelligence and the digital future. We start by discussing the latest substantial update to Google's Bard AI, which now boasts impressive coding capabilities and seamless integration with Google Collab and Google Sheets.
Next, we contemplate an insightful tweet by Marie Haynes, an SEO expert, that speculates the possibility of a radical shift in how businesses are found online due to Google's new AI search engine. We ponder the implications of AI interacting with businesses on our behalf and how that could change our experiences.
Finally, we recommend a thought-provoking talk from the Center for Humane Technology by Tristan Harris, who explores the potential catastrophic risks that AI poses to society, the race to deploy AI without adequate safety measures, and the need to upgrade our institutions for a post-AI world. We emphasize the importance of examining the pros and cons of AI and exploring different perspectives on this transformative technology.
Links
https://bard.google.com/updates
https://twitter.com/Marie_Haynes/status/1649755997466947586
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Glitch
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07/08/18 • 4 min
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Webtasks
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07/08/18 • 3 min
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The Goals
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07/08/18 • 1 min
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04/14/24 • 4 min
This episode dives into the latest advancements in the field of artificial intelligence, focusing on recent updates to two major language models: Google's Gemini 1.5 Pro and OpenAI's ChatGPT 4 Turbo.
Gemini 1.5 Pro:
Currently available for developers through Google's AI Studio (free) and Poe (subscription).
Major updates include:
Ability to upload and understand up to 9.5 hours of audio.
Support for video input.
Expanded context window of 1 million tokens, enabling more comprehensive and informed responses.
Advanced reasoning and understanding capabilities.
JSON mode for developers.
Potential use cases discussed, such as analyzing meeting recordings, generating transcripts, and processing large amounts of text and audio data.
ChatGPT 4 Turbo:
New update available for ChatGPT Plus users.
Focuses on improving the quality and accuracy of responses, particularly in areas like math, logic, reasoning, and code generation.
Aims to address previous user concerns regarding verbosity, clarity, and effectiveness of code generation.
Early impressions suggest ChatGPT 4 Turbo has reclaimed its position as the leading language model, surpassing competitors like Claude.
Conclusion:
The episode concludes by emphasizing the rapid evolution of AI technology and the exciting possibilities these advancements offer. Listeners are encouraged to explore the capabilities of these updated AI models and consider their potential applications in various fields.
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Year-End Wrap-Up
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01/06/25 • 3 min
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FAQ
How many episodes does Stack Snacks have?
Stack Snacks currently has 46 episodes available.
What topics does Stack Snacks cover?
The podcast is about News, Tech News, Podcasts and Technology.
What is the most popular episode on Stack Snacks?
The episode title 'ChatGPT Search: Is it Actually Useful?' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Stack Snacks?
The average episode length on Stack Snacks is 7 minutes.
How often are episodes of Stack Snacks released?
Episodes of Stack Snacks are typically released every 8 days, 14 hours.
When was the first episode of Stack Snacks?
The first episode of Stack Snacks was released on Jul 8, 2018.
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