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Fabio Jonathan Arifin
Fabio Jonathan Arifin

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Navigating the Future in an AI-Centric World

This understanding has been derived from my involvement in crafting hundreds of tech articles at DiggerInsights. (www.di
ggerinsights.com)

The significance of critical thinking skills is closely tied to the rise of AI. In a world where information is effortlessly accessible, the demand for adept critical thinking abilities is higher than ever before, poised to reach unprecedented heights. Foundational knowledge remains essential, but memorization is no longer as crucial as the ability to think critically.

As an engineer, I don’t bother memorizing syntax or formulas that lack repetitive application. Instead, I prefer to spend a few seconds using AI to find the specific syntax or formula I need. This is quite different from the days when people were discouraged from asking on platforms like Stack Overflow and searching through heaps of code, often consuming minutes, if not hours, of valuable time.

as a business person, I find that thriving in the modern business world requires more than just memorizing market trends or statistics. Critical thinking is the cornerstone of devising innovative strategies, adapting to changes, and solving intricate problems. Unlike the past, where hours were spent sifting through archives for business insights, today’s AI-driven landscape allows me to swiftly retrieve pertinent information, freeing up time to focus on strategic thinking and decision-making.

It’s a crucial time to reflect on our cognitive abilities and further enhance our critical thinking skills. 💡

How would you navigate in the future of an AI-dominated landscape? The exact timing remains uncertain, but it is inevitable.

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