AI apathy is a tragedy, falling behind is a crime

This article discusses the overwhelming speed of AI development, particularly since early 2025, and the anxiety it creates for professionals. The author contrasts AI's rapid evolution with the gradual adoption of cloud computing, which allowed decades for skill acquisition. It highlights the pressure to keep up with new models, tools, and techniques like MCP servers and context management, arguing that taking a day off now equates to a year off in the past. The piece also addresses the shift from skepticism about AI's usefulness to fear of being left behind, emphasizing that AI now impacts all industries instantly, unlike earlier tech shifts. It is a tech-focused commentary on industry trends and career implications.