Profession: Philosopher
Biography: Hubert Dreyfus was an American philosopher who made significant contributions to the fields of phenomenology, existentialism, and the philosophy of artificial intelligence. He was best known for his critiques of AI, particularly for his skepticism about the ability of computers to exhibit human-like intelligence, which he outlined in his influential book, What Computers Can't Do (1972).
Dreyfus' critique of AI was rooted in his understanding of phenomenology and existentialism, particularly the works of philosophers like Martin Heidegger and Maurice Merleau-Ponty. He argued that human intelligence and understanding are inherently tied to our embodiment and situatedness in the world, and that AI's reliance on formal symbolic representations would ultimately limit its ability to replicate human cognitive abilities.
Born: October 15, 1929
Birthplace: Terre Haute, Indiana, USA
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Libra
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