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After the AI Hype – What’s Real, and What’s Next - Richard Campbell - 2026
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Richard Campbell’s talk examines what is genuinely achievable with AI after the hype subsides and outlines what may come next.
For engineers building or operating software, the talk helps separate realistic AI capabilities from exaggerated claims, guiding more prudent technology choices. Understanding what is real can reduce wasted effort on overhyped tools and focus investment on proven approaches. It also encourages planning for future developments grounded in actual progress.
Written by elseif from the cluster below · every claim links back to a sourceThe three things worth knowing
The talk encourages a critical assessment of AI claims to identify substantiated capabilities.
It highlights the costs of adopting AI based on hype, such as misaligned expectations and rework.
It suggests looking toward next steps that are based on verified advances rather than speculative promises.
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