The author contemplates the efficiency of using AI for learning, balancing between effectiveness and efficiency in mastering subjects versus broadening perspectives.
While some advocate mastering subjects thoroughly, the author focuses on gaining sufficient knowledge about related subjects and leveraging AI to handle known unknowns more efficiently due to time constraints.
The author emphasizes that AI should assist rather than replace learning processes, highlighting the importance of engaging with AI to develop ideas, challenge responses, and implement new knowledge in a personalized way to truly constitute learning.
The author shares a personal example of utilizing AI to learn about generative AI, starting with context and gradually deepening understanding through hands-on implementation, curiosity-driven learning, and using AI to guide further exploration.