Perhaps one day we will have machines that can cope with approximate task descriptions, but in the meantime, we have to be very prissy about how we tell computers to do things.
Interpretation
The quote emphasizes the current limitations in effectively communicating with computers, highlighting a need for precision in instructions.
Richard P. Feynman suggests that while there may be a future where machines can understand vague or approximate instructions, our present reality requires us to be overly precise in how we interact with computers. This reflects on the complexities and challenges of programming and instructing machines accurately, stressing the importance of clarity in our communication.
In practice
This quote could be used in a technology conference to discuss advancements in AI.
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