NVIDIA CEO: AI Programming Now as Simple as Asking a Question

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang recently highlighted the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI), stating that programming AI is now as simple as asking it to perform a task. Huang, who has long advocated for AI's ability to enhance employee productivity, has been consistently promoting this idea. He believes that AI can revolutionize the way we interact with technology, making it more intuitive and user-friendly. This shift is evident in the development of AI tools like ChatGPT, which have lowered the barrier to entry for coding.

During his speech at the London Tech Week, Huang emphasized that historically, computing has been complex and not accessible to everyone. "We had to learn programming languages, design architectures, and create these very complex computers," he said. However, with the advent of new AI models, a new programming language has emerged: human language. This means that anyone can now interact with computers using everyday language, making AI a "great equalizer."

Huang illustrated this point by giving an example of how one could ask an AI to write a poem about the main theme of a conference. "You say: you are a great poet... I want you to write a poem about today's main theme. With little effort, this AI will generate a beautiful poem for you," he explained. He further elaborated that users can refine the AI's output by providing feedback, making the interaction more dynamic and human-like.

Huang's remarks come at a time when more companies are encouraging their employees to integrate AI into their work. He believes that this new way of interacting with computers is accessible to almost everyone and encourages everyone to try it. "Kids are already doing this naturally, and it will bring about a change," he added.

Huang's company has developed some of the world's most advanced semiconductors and AI chips. He emphasized that this technology is now being used for programming. He noted that while few people know how to use programming languages like C++ or Python, everyone understands human language. "Now, the way you program a computer—to get it to do something for you, even write programs, generate images, write poetry—is to just ask it nicely," he said. "What's amazing is that programming an AI is like training a person."

Huang's vision of AI as a tool to enhance productivity and make technology more accessible aligns with the growing trend of integrating AI into various aspects of work and life. As AI continues to evolve, its potential to democratize technology and make it more user-friendly becomes increasingly apparent. Huang's advocacy for embracing AI technology reflects a broader shift towards leveraging AI to improve efficiency and innovation in the workplace.