#4 - Raise the floor, not the ceiling - Augmentation vs Automation - The Seldon Plan Podcast

Andrei breaks down the difference between AI augmentation and automation, and why the industry is rushing toward solutions that miss the real problem. From Figma and Framer to “vibe coding” tools and single-prompt UIs, they examine what today’s products are getting wrong—and where real opportunity lies. What happens when teams build AI to replace humans instead of empowering them? When front-end code generation overshadows design judgment? When we forget that tools shape how we think? From Pixar’s too-perfect 3D to lost-cat posters that felt more “human,” this episode unpacks what augmentation really means and why it matters for the future of creative work. If you’re building tools, designing experiences, or just wondering what should stay human in the age of AI, this one’s for you.

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