# Why I Went From Skeptic to Believer
Dr. Hernani Costa shares his transformation from AI skeptic to advocate after testing Comet by Perplexity for nearly a month. He emphasizes that the browser-based tool offers far more functionality than he could cover in a single article.
## Key Features Discussed
**Custom Automations & Shortcuts** The author highlights the platform's ability to create custom "shortcuts" that trigger complex prompts and actions simply by typing keywords. He describes this as "like having ChatGPT on steroids, right on whatever site you're using," noting that capabilities previously available only through backend development are now accessible to everyday users.
**Practical Benefits** Costa reports significant time savings on repetitive tasks including form-filling, data checking, and routine searches, allowing professionals to redirect focus toward meaningful work rather than routine clicking.
## Broader Perspective on AI
The author acknowledges legitimate skepticism about AI while arguing that for "monkey work"—repetitive, mundane tasks—these new tools represent genuine game-changers. He frames AI's promise not as replacement technology but as a mechanism for "freeing us to use our heads and enjoy our work again."
## Call to Action
Costa recommends his AI Founder Playbook and First AI Movers newsletter as resources for understanding practical applications, encouraging readers to stay informed without becoming overwhelmed by technological noise.
Author: Dr. Hernani Costa — Founder of First AI Movers and Core Ventures. AI Architect, Strategic Advisor, and Fractional CTO helping Top Worldwide Innovation Companies navigate AI Innovations. PhD in Computational Linguistics, 25+ years in technology.
Originally published at First AI Movers under CC BY 4.0.