After Two Weekends with Google’s AI: A Mix of Awe and Fear

Navigating the World of AI: My Experience with Google’s New AI Model

Over the past two weekends, I had the opportunity to explore the capabilities of Google’s latest artificial intelligence model, and let me tell you—it’s both exhilarating and somewhat daunting.

A Bit About Me

To give you some context, I come from a background in civil engineering focused on design and management, with little to no experience in coding or computer science. Intrigued by the capabilities of AI, I recently signed up for a free student license for Google’s new model, eager to see if someone like me could harness its power to create a functional application.

The Project Idea

My goal was straightforward: I wanted to develop a simple application to track my small-scale projects. While there are existing tools that perform similar functions, I envisioned something tailored specifically to my needs—something that includes basic charts, finance tracking, and an overview of project health.

Diving Into Development

Last weekend, I dedicated nearly eight hours to this endeavor. Throughout the process, I communicated with the AI as if I were collaborating with a team of seasoned developers. The model responded by generating entire code snippets and guiding me on which programs to install and where to paste the code.

The outcome? I successfully created a modest application—without any prior coding knowledge. While it’s not perfect, it serves my needs and operates in the manner I wanted.

The Double-Edged Sword of Progress

While the capabilities of this AI model are indeed impressive, I must admit that there’s a sense of trepidation as well. With advancements in AI, these models will continue to evolve and improve. The thought of how powerful they could become is both exciting and unsettling.

In the coming week, I plan to build additional small-scale applications, further exploring what this technology can do. Stay tuned as I document my journey and share insights along the way!

Final Thoughts

If you’re considering diving into AI tools, I encourage you to take the plunge—even if you lack technical expertise. You might be surprised at what you can achieve with a bit of curiosity and the right resources. And for those who are seasoned veterans in coding or tech development, I’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences with AI models as well!