Tesla engineers were on-site to evaluate the Twitter staff’s code, workers said (washingtonpost.com)

Article summary

The article discusses Tesla engineers evaluating Twitter's code, with some questioning their ability to do so given their specialty in automotive systems. The situation is seen as potentially laughable by some, with implications on Elon Musk's leadership and decision-making. The article's content is not available, but the comments suggest a focus on the feasibility and purpose of the code evaluation. The discussion revolves around the capabilities of Tesla engineers and the potential motivations behind the evaluation.

Main themes

• Elon Musk's leadership
• Tesla engineers' expertise
• Code evaluation
• Artificial General Intelligence
• SpaceX and Tesla comparisons
• Engineering credentials and credibility

What commenters say

• Elon Musk's leadership and decision-making are called into question due to the perceived mismatch between Tesla engineers' expertise and Twitter's codebase.
• Some argue that Musk surrounds himself with yes-men, which could lead to poor decision-making.
• Others counter that Musk's success with SpaceX suggests he is capable of hiring competent engineers and making informed decisions.
• The evaluation of Twitter's code is seen as potentially unnecessary or a power play by Musk.
• The discussion touches on the difference between being a competent engineer and being a self-proclaimed 'engineer' without proper credentials.
• Some commenters express skepticism about Tesla's claims of developing Artificial General Intelligence.
• The feasibility and potential applications of Tesla's humanoid robot, Optimus, are also debated.
• The role of government subsidies in supporting Musk's ventures is mentioned as a potential factor in their financial viability.