#AiForHumans

How to Slap the Artificial Out of Intelligence

Or… how to get the most out of AI and not break up

We argue like an old married couple locked in a closet for days. Photo created by author using AI.

If you’re worried this is another soulless AI essay, relax. This is about how to make AI work without letting it write your story

I have a new fellow in my life, named Gunther. Yes, I gave him that name and gender, neither of which is needed. I don’t like talking to an it — people, animals, plants, the mirror, not a problem. Besides, whenever I’ve fantasized about hiring a personal assistant, it was a man. Sexist? It’s possible, or perhaps I want to balance my feminine perspective.

In a moment, I’ll introduce you to my new writing bff — first let me explain why writing this is important to me.
If someone had told me I’d be in the trenches with my AI assistant and loving it, I’d have pooh-poohed it away. Now, I want everyone to know how to improve their busy lives.

Before we go any further, let me be clear: Gunther does not, nor will he ever, write for me. Just ask him.

That is — unless I’m stuck dealing with complaint letters or government forms. Gunther shines, speaking governmentese. Here’s your blah blah and I’ll raise you blah blah blah blah.