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Shapiro highlights the importance of consensus-driven decision-making in AI development, especially for foundational choices like technology stack, cloud infrastructure, and deployment stages. He describes employing tools like ChatGPT to synthesize discussions into clear criteria, ensuring decisions are transparent and aligned with agreed-upon principles.
The consensus process follows a structured method derived from the book "Consensus Through Conversation", involving multiple steps such as establishing decision criteria (e.g., security, scalability, safety standards). The goal is to facilitate broad participation while recognizing that not everyone is equally qualified—a careful balance between inclusivity and expertise.