AI Expert vs. AI Tool Trainer: Key Differences to Know in 2025 | by Toni Maxx | July 2025

In the rapidly evolving tech landscape, a startling trend is emerging: the distinction between tool proficiency and genuine technical expertise is becoming increasingly murky.

“We’ve conflated using AI tools with understanding AI technology.”

As a seasoned software developer with over 40 years of experience, the author highlights the absurdity of today’s industry dynamics. For instance, consider a recent scenario where a company received a proposal for “AI implementation training” from an individual billing themselves as an “AI Solutions Architect.”

  • They excel at crafting prompts for Midjourney.
  • They know how to utilize OpenAI’s API.
  • They are asking for a whopping $75,000 for a workshop that promises to turn attendees into AI developers.

Such examples illustrate a troubling reality: businesses are paying high prices for what are essentially just software tutorials. This trend threatens to undermine genuine AI expertise, skimming the surface rather than diving deep into understanding technology.

Curious about the long-term implications of this trend? Explore the full article to delve deeper into the complexities of AI and technology today.

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