The Man Who Would Teach Machines to Think

12/10/2013

This article from The Atlantic magazine profiles a computer scientist and artificial intelligence researcher, Douglas Hofstadter, who has devoted his career to understanding the nature of intelligence and consciousness. It delves into Hofstadter's background, his studies in mathematics and music, and his groundbreaking book "Gödel, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid." The article explores Hofstadter's views on machine learning and his belief in the importance of analogies in human thinking. It also discusses his ongoing project, the development of a computer program called Copycat, which attempts to mimic human cognitive processes. Overall, the article provides an in-depth look into the fascinating work and ideas of Douglas Hofstadter in the field of artificial intelligence and cognitive science.

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