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How to Be Good at AI Research

Vivek, a researcher, argues that nobody teaches research skills, leaving most to reverse-engineer the job from visible outputs. He offers guidance on becoming proficient in AI research, emphasizing the need for self-directed learning and novelty.

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vivek@itsreallyvivekArticlehow to be good at researchnobody really teaches you research. you get a desk, a problem someone else picked, and a vague instruction to produce something novel. so most people reverse-engineer the job from what they can see,...12:29 PM · Jun 10, 20263.3MViews1501501.6K1.6K9.4K9.4K24K24KRead 150 replies

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