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Personal website for Christian Jauvin. The site is in English and links to profiles on GitHub, Google Scholar, LinkedIn, and X (Twitter). It is generated with Hugo.

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L'article remet en question la compréhension du langage par l'IA, suggérant que la prédiction de mots pourrait suffire à une forme de compréhension sans représentation interne.
The text discusses digital physics, which views the universe as a giant digital computer, drawing on concepts from cellular automata and notable figures like Konrad Zuse, John Von Neumann, and Stephen Wolfram. It argues that the m...
ChatGPT operates as a predictive model, raising questions about the nature of understanding and authenticity in language processing compared to human interaction.
The post explores the challenges of the ARC benchmark and proposes that society will never accept machines as truly intelligent, regardless of advancements in AI.
The author discusses the complexities of estimating time and costs in freelance software development, highlighting the challenges of transparency and honesty in negotiations. They introduce the concept of 'Proof of Prompt' (POP), ...
The blog post discusses the challenges and solutions involved in creating an interactive data grid widget in Streamlit, similar to Excel. It highlights the complexities of state management in UI programming, particularly in Stream...
The author argues that the term 'Computer Science' should be replaced by 'AI' to better reflect the evolving nature of the field. They discuss the inadequacies of current terminology in both English and French, and propose a unifi...
Requiring justifications for voting decisions can uncover hidden motivations and fears that maintain the status quo, offering valuable insights into collective reasoning.
The text discusses the evolution of the concept of artificial intelligence (AI) from its idealized origins in science fiction and philosophy to the practical realities of modern AI systems like ChatGPT. It contrasts the logical pa...
The article discusses the importance of understanding business rules and logic when implementing AI in enterprise settings. It emphasizes that while AI can enhance productivity, it cannot autonomously grasp the complexities of spe...
The author discusses the need for clearer explanations of Grover's algorithm, particularly for those with a basic understanding of classical computing. They highlight the surprising efficiency of Grover's algorithm, which allows f...
The author shares their experience learning Persian (Farsi) using various tools, primarily Anki, a spaced repetition app. They create a personalized deck of cards focusing on grammar and phrases, often derived from videos by a Per...
A custom VS Code extension was developed to bridge the functionalities of Code Spell Checker and Auto Correct for enhanced Markdown writing efficiency.
The post highlights the challenges of speaking one's native language to non-fluent speakers and contrasts it with the ease of communication offered by AI.
The blog post discusses the process of converting a markdown document to a Word document using Pandoc, highlighting the challenges faced with formatting, particularly with tables. It provides step-by-step instructions on creating ...
The text explores an alternate history where AI, specifically large language models (LLMs), emerged before traditional computing interfaces. It discusses how this could have led to a user experience similar to that depicted in '20...
The text explains the distinctions between scripts, applications, libraries, and frameworks in programming. A script is a simple program for specific tasks, often documented for the user's future reference. An application is a bro...
The blog post presents a compact overview of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles using a simplified skeleton code for a Pacman game. It emphasizes the natural fit of OOP in game design and provides a basic structure for i...
The author reflects on the relationship between obsessive thinking and efficiency in both academic and programming contexts. They discuss the importance of time management during exams and the challenge of resisting the urge to se...
The author discusses the anxiety of managing notifications and updates in both cars and software development. They express concern over the 'check engine' light being on in their car, which indicates a known issue but could mask n...