Hey!

You know that feeling when technology is developing so fast you can barely keep up?

You’re not alone, I feel exactly the same way. Even though I’m the CTO at TheSmartestway and work intensively with AI, I’m still sometimes surprised by the speed of changes. Just when I think I’ve caught up with everything, something new comes along that changes everything. 😮‍💨

But you know what I find interesting?

While we’re trying to keep up with development, most people are still sleeping. A lot has already changed because of AI, but this is still just the beginning.

Why?

Because I test tools, algorithms, and automations daily, and I see so many possibilities.

Right now, as you’re reading this message, the definition of productivity is being rewritten. The tools we use, the way we work, the skills we need - everything is changing under our feet.

And I notice an increasing difference:

• On one side:
  • People who use AI to support their abilities
• On the other:
  • Those who think AI is just another tech fad and hallucinates too much to take seriously

I’m a practical person. I’ll always strive for useful knowledge. I don’t get excited about technology just because it’s new. I get excited when I can use it to elevate myself and you to a higher level.

That’s exactly why I write this newsletter.

Every Wednesday I share what I learn from actually CREATING and USING AI tools - not just reading about them.

With me, you’ll find out what’s real and what’s just marketing hype, because I test everything firsthand.

You can think of me as your filter for useful AI things. 👀

Remember the website building platform I made 100% with AI?

This wasn’t just a random project to show what AI is currently capable of. It’s my way of bringing complex technology closer to ordinary people. Because I believe everyone deserves access to these powerful tools, not just technical experts.

Want to see what I mean?

If you haven’t had the chance yet, check out my two videos where I guide you through the process of creating and publishing your website in 10 minutes in 3 easy steps:

*(link isn’t public - if you email me, I can send it to you, no problem)

It’s not just about building a website - it’s about showing you how accessible AI tools can be when someone explains the practical steps.

The gap between those who understand AI and those who don’t is growing every day.

You decide which side you’ll be on.

Quick tip for today:

Conversing with PDFs

I used this long-known method last week when I wanted to understand the technology behind why DeepSeek caused so much excitement in recent weeks.

How do you do this?

Insert a PDF into your favorite AI chat and ask a question, like:

Summarize the technical details of the article

or

Explain the article to me so I can explain it to my child.

😁 I didn’t actually do that last one, currently he’s only interested in talking about soccer or Spar stickers…

Basically, you can talk to AI as if you had a very smart friend who explains things in an understandable way. 😉

Link to the technical article: https://arxiv.org/pdf/2501.12948

And the situation with Chinese DeepSeek perfectly illustrates that the speed of development surprises even the biggest players in this field. 😉

So while many are still arguing whether AI is just a fad, breakthroughs on multiple fronts are quietly redefining what’s possible. I particularly like the “quiet” (applied) breakthroughs that are already entering industry and our lives. 😉

Stay curious!
Primož

Now I’m off to get those stickers…

P.S. If you think someone is still sleeping, forward them this newsletter and give them a “positive” nudge… 😃