Allie K. Miller Shares Strategies for Becoming an AI Super User

Former Amazon AWS executive reveals how Fortune 500 companies maximize AI results

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Allie K. Miller, a former head of machine learning at Amazon Web Services and one of TIME's 100 most influential people in AI, argues that most people are still using AI incorrectly. She advocates moving beyond using AI as a simple search tool and instead leveraging it as a delegate, teammate, or support system. Miller shares her own techniques for boosting productivity and creativity with AI, including generating personalized writing, coding with voice commands, and automating daily briefings.

Why it matters

As AI capabilities rapidly evolve, understanding how to effectively deploy the technology can provide a significant competitive advantage for both individuals and organizations. Miller's insights offer a roadmap for becoming an "AI super user" and unlocking the full potential of these powerful tools.

The details

Miller, who founded the AI deployment company Open Machine, has advised Fortune 500 companies and worked with top AI labs. She believes most people are stuck in a "micro-tasker" mindset, using AI like a simple search engine, when it can function as a much more powerful assistant. Miller shares examples of how she leverages AI to generate personalized writing, code with voice commands, and receive daily briefings that analyze her schedule and provide strategic advice. She also pushes back on the notion that AI will lead to widespread job displacement, arguing that "anyone can become an AI super user" with the right approach.

  • Miller was previously the head of machine learning for startups and venture capital at Amazon Web Services.
  • She founded Open Machine, an AI deployment company, after leaving Amazon.
  • Miller's predictions for 2026 include AI systems initiating more conversations with humans rather than waiting for prompts.

The players

Allie K. Miller

A former head of machine learning at Amazon Web Services and one of TIME's 100 most influential people in AI. She is the founder of the AI deployment company Open Machine.

Open Machine

An AI deployment company founded by Allie K. Miller.

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What they’re saying

“I think most people are still using it as a tool. We were using Google for 20 years, and we're used to seeing a blank line, typing in a search, getting an answer back and moving on with our day.”

— Allie K. Miller, Founder, Open Machine (azfamily.com)

“It's flagging, 'Hey, you actually have a really early morning the next day. So you might want to make sure that you lay off the caffeine after 10 a.m.'”

— Allie K. Miller, Founder, Open Machine (azfamily.com)

“First thing that I believe is that anyone can learn this. Just like, you know, Ratatouille, anyone can cook. I believe that any single person can become an AI super user.”

— Allie K. Miller, Founder, Open Machine (azfamily.com)

What’s next

Miller plans to release her annual predictions about the year ahead in AI, including her forecast that AI systems will increasingly initiate conversations with humans rather than waiting for prompts.

The takeaway

As AI capabilities continue to evolve rapidly, understanding how to effectively leverage these powerful tools can provide a significant competitive advantage. Allie K. Miller's insights offer a roadmap for becoming an "AI super user" and unlocking the full potential of AI in both personal and professional contexts.