Siegfried Brueckner's Realistic Take on Problem-Solving Hierarchies
Das neue KI-Mantra: „Wenn du es in Excel machen kannst, mach es in Excel. Wenn du es nicht in Excel machen kannst, nutze eine simple Automation Wenn das nicht reicht, schreib ein deterministisches… | Siegfried Brueckner
Verdict
Siegfried Brueckner provides a grounded perspective with his 'new AI mantra', advancing step-by-step from simple Excel usage to complex autonomous agents. His notion that 'Wenn du es in Excel machen kannst, mach es in Excel' emphasizes starting solutions at the most accessible level before escalating complexity—a practical approach often overlooked in tech discussions. By anchoring his method in tangible options, like 'a Sprachmodell via API or MCP,' he remains specific rather than abstract. This layered escalation strategy not only offers clarity but also self-awareness: if a problem can't be solved even with these advanced tools, it questions the necessity of the problem itself—‘dann solltest du dich ernsthaft fragen, warum'. It's a refreshing departure from clichéd digital evangelism, presenting an honest assessment of tech capabilities versus needs.
The post opens with a mantra that sounds clever but lacks any self-deprecation or genuine humility.
While it references Tom Kyte's original quote, it relies more on personal framing than credentials.
The content offers practical advice but still leans into generalities without concrete examples.
There is consistency in advocating for automation while referencing traditional methods.
There's minimal overt self-promotion; the focus remains on the advice given.
'If you can do it in Excel' and other phrases sound familiar and have been widely circulated.