120: The Counselors
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Episode Description
Ian and Aaron discuss Aaron's new AI tool Counselors, something called "Hell Week", what's new with Solo and Outro, and so much more.
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- (00:00) - Achieving The Impossible
- (11:26) - Making Things Easy For Humans
- (19:53) - Ian's Hyperkey Setup
- (28:59) - Aaron's Hell Week
- (44:42) - The Future
- (51:38) - Outro Is Cooking
- (58:36) - Valentine's Day & Other Updates
- (01:09:26) - OpenClaw
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Achieving The Impossible
The episode opens with Ian and Aaron discussing Aaron's recent success in developing an AI tool called 'Counselors'. He boasts about passing the 'Ian Landsman 5-second hate mark' which means if it doesn't capture Ian's attention in five seconds, it's instantly dismissed. Aaron enthusiastically talks about receiving unsolicited positive feedback about the tool from Ian and his excitement about its potential.
The Details of Counselors
The conversation shifts focus to the tool itself. 'Counselors' is designed to gather insights from various AI perspectives when developers make changes to their code or plans. Aaron explains how it operates by checking with different AI about edge cases, security issues, and other recommendations. Integrations discussed include Claude, Gemini, Codex, and AMP, emphasizing that this system is incredibly useful for developers.
Solo & Outro Updates
As the discussion progresses, they talk about updates on Aaron's other projects, 'Solo' and 'Outro.' Solo is evolving into a more sophisticated tool that acts as a desktop application manager, allowing users to organize their various development environments and projects. Outro is a platform that is coming along in terms of being able to manage podcast resources effectively, aiming to streamline workflows for podcasters.
Navigating Hell Week
Aaron shares personal experiences from his recent 'Hell Week,' where he spent several nights working late at the office to handle various developments and updates. This week included unscheduled work, family commitments, plumbing disasters, and an overarching pressure to meet deadlines on his projects.
Valentine's Day & Family Updates
The episode wraps up with a light-hearted discussion about Valentine's Day. Aaron humorously recounts various household incidents and how he celebrated his birthday with family including a birthday meal and a discussion about the plumbing issues faced at home.
OpenClaw & Future Directions
They touch on the recent developments and the buzz around OpenClaw, Aaron's thoughts regarding its potential, and the importance of timing and technology in making advances with AI tools.
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