The End Of Knowledge - Vault 1 - Lex 100 - 74 (2024) - John Carmack: Doom, Quake, VR, AGI, Programming, Video Games, and Rockets

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Custom ChatGPT resume of the OpenAI Whisper transcription:

1.- Carmack's early interest in 3D graphics and game development.

2.- His significant contributions to pioneering video games like Doom and Quake.

3.- Insights into the development of gaming technology over the years.

4.- Carmack's involvement in advancing virtual reality.

5.- Discussion about the evolution of artificial intelligence.

6.- Perspectives on artificial general intelligence (AGI) and its challenges.

7.- The potential and limitations of current AI technologies.

8.- Carmack's transition from game development to VR and AI.

9.- Reflections on programming practices and philosophies.

10.- Opinions on various programming languages and their application in different fields.

11.- The importance of optimization in programming and development.

12.- Carmack's approach to problem-solving and innovation.

13.- Discussions about the future of AI and its impact on society.

14.- The role of ethics in AI development.

15.- Predictions about the convergence of VR and AI.

16.- Personal anecdotes from Carmack's career in programming and game development.

17.- The relationship between gaming, VR, and AI.

18.- Challenges in developing AI algorithms.

19.- The potential of AI in enhancing gaming experiences.

20.- Views on the responsibility of AI developers.

21.- Discussion about machine learning and its applications.

22.- The importance of data in training AI models.

23.- Challenges in achieving AGI.

24.- Reflections on the progress and setbacks in AI research.

25.- The role of AI in future technological advancements.

26.- Perspectives on the collaboration between AI and human intelligence.

27.- Thoughts on the societal implications of AI advancements.

28.- The importance of interdisciplinary knowledge in AI development.

29.- Reflections on personal growth and learning in the field of AI.

30.- Carmack's vision for the future of AI, VR, and gaming.

Interview byLex Fridman| Custom GPT and Knowledge Vault built byDavid Vivancos 2024