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micro-01-16-2025

But, from personal experience, I know there are many ways to use AI for writing that are not only ethical, but actually strengthen your ability to write and think. Programmers understand this...

… using AI is like hiring someone.

A quote from Nathan Baschez, developer of Lex, an AI-powered writing app, was included in the first Lex Annual Letter. The metaphor he suggests is a powerful idea, I think, and something I will find myself thinking about a lot in the coming days.

Lex Annual Letter: Why don’t more writers use AI?
Hi! Nathan here, founder of Lex. This week, a new tradition: an annual letter from me to you. By all measures, 2024 was an incredible year for Lex. We…

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