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Summary:
In this video, Joe Glines reflects on his journey with automation tools, particularly focusing on his experiences with various software from the late 1990s to the mid-2000s. He shares insights into how these tools have evolved and their impact on productivity, particularly highlighting AutoHotkey as a significant advancement in his automation practices.

Key Points:

[00:00:00] Introduction to Automation Journey
Joe introduces himself and mentions finding an old file that reminds him of his long history with automation tools.
He expresses excitement about sharing his experiences and the evolution of automation.

[00:00:54] Early Automation Experiences
Joe recalls teaching a friend about creating shortcuts on Windows 95, which allowed for launching tools via hotkeys.
He mentions an old program called Hotkey Detective that showcased the hotkeys available at that time.

[00:01:48] Transition to Text Expansion Tools
Joe discusses using autocorrect features in Microsoft Word around 1998, which helped save time but had limitations due to separate instances in different Office applications.
He expresses frustration over managing multiple versions of autocorrect across applications.

[00:02:42] Discovery of Robotype
Joe shares his experience with Robotype, a text expansion tool he found in 1999, which allowed for more flexibility in creating hot strings for text expansion.
He highlights the advantages of using Robotype, such as portability across different computers and programs.

[00:03:36] Adoption of AutoHotkey
Joe reflects on starting to use AutoHotkey around 2005, which significantly enhanced his productivity through the use of hotkeys and hot strings.
He notes that his productivity increased dramatically compared to his teammates, thanks to the automation capabilities of AutoHotkey.

Conclusion:
Joe Glines shares a nostalgic look back at his journey with automation tools, emphasizing the evolution from basic shortcuts to advanced text expansion and automation with AutoHotkey. His experiences illustrate the importance of these tools in enhancing productivity and efficiency in various tasks. He encourages viewers to share their own experiences with automation and how they discovered tools like AutoHotkey.