Welcome to Consciousness Explained, a blog where I explore one of humanity’s most fascinating mysteries—consciousness—through the lens of artificial intelligence and software engineering.
I’m Victor Duarte, a seasoned software engineer with a long-standing interest in philosophy. A few years ago, as breakthroughs in AI started reshaping the world, I found myself captivated by a fundamental question: How does consciousness work, and could it ever emerge artificially in machines?
This blog is my journey to explore consciousness from a computational perspective. I’ll delve into how computers operate, how machines learn, and what it might take for artificial intelligence to be considered conscious. Through a mix of philosophical inquiry and technical analysis, I aim to investigate whether the tools and technologies we have today could someday bridge the gap between artificial intelligence and human-like awareness.
I should note: I’m not a neuroscientist, philosopher, or AI researcher. I’m a software engineer fueled by curiosity, writing about topics that fascinate me. My goal isn’t to provide definitive answers but to share insights, questions, and ideas that might spark your own curiosity about the nature of consciousness and the future of AI.
Thanks for stopping by. Let’s explore this mystery together.