

AI is a catch all term, and I’m using it as such. I’m not saying that none of the technology has any use, but the hype saying it’s a panacea is just that - hype. The same as Blockchain, which has its uses but was hyped out of all proportion.
You are right that LLMs are particularly bad when it comes to value for energy/water/hardware etc.
https://beaks.live/ is probably the one I’m most proud of. All home built. When I retire in a few years time I’m going to see if I can make and sell a few bird boxes like that.