AI being helpful thread

[MossRoad]

Scoot - don't want to drift your thread, but I think this is relevant, as it is probably The biggest example of AI in The Wild, @ the moment.

I'm not anti-EV (for those that want them), and I'm not blindly anti-Elon, but I think this a good example of the arrogance of The Valley (even tho Elon has moved-out). Still refusing to use Lidar or Radar..... Better Input = Better Output had me thinking of this example.....

That regulators are Hands-Off on this vehicle example... pause to think.... how well guard-railed will AGI be ?

Expect a bumpy-ride.....

Rgds, D.

One more thing in Australia that'll try and kill you.

 

[3930dave]

One more thing in Australia that'll try and kill you.

I wonder if the Teslas in Oz speak the local dialect ?

"Do you wanna get in the KAAA, and go to the BAAAAA ?"

(Wife watches some shows from Oz..... seems to be a ban on R's, at the end of English words ).

Rgds, D.

 

[JeepHead]

I use AI regularly for documenting instructions. Working for a Big 10 University, I get questions constantly on how to perform IT related tasks, from using a specific application, to transferring mass files between platforms, or mapping a network printer or share. So now I can just tell AI to craft clear, precise instructions that a basic user will understand. I can even elaborate on what version of OS they are using to better fine tune the instructions. Learning how to write effective prompts has been very useful to get better outputs and to eliminate hallucinations. Definitely a time saver for me.

Writing effective prompts really is the secret to utilizing AI. Best of all, AI can actually teach you how how to do it. Just ask it to teach you how to write better prompts. Such as, how do I write a prompt that will reduce or eliminate hallucinations.

 

[MossRoad]

One more thing in Australia that'll try and kill you.

On further watching the video, there was a horror story about a guy driving a Tesla on auto. He dropped his cell phone. While he was looking at it, the car approached a T intersection, blasted right through it, across the lanes, and hit a car broadside that was parked on the other side of signs marking the end of the road/turn arrows. There was a man and woman standing next to the car. The man lived, but badly injured. They didn't know a woman was involved until a female cop noticed female flip-flops on the ground. She was thrown way into the bushes and died. It was about 10 minutes before they found her.

Guy sued Tesla and the car owner. Refused out of court settlement. Jury found both the driver and Tesla guilty. Tragic story.

 

[mark in portugal]

I wonder if the Teslas in Oz speak the local dialect ?

"Do you wanna get in the KAAA, and go to the BAAAAA ?"

Rgds, D.

I got an AI when I tried to call my (Portuguese) bank. It's trying to talk in Portuguese, but it's totally ridiculous! it's using phonetic from English I think.
I don't even speak Portuguese, but I could tell.
The google drive directions are the same.
I told the bank manager I'll come to the branch when I need anything. The phone doesn't work anymore.

 

[scootr]

I use AI regularly for documenting instructions. Working for a Big 10 University, I get questions constantly on how to perform IT related tasks, from using a specific application, to transferring mass files between platforms, or mapping a network printer or share. So now I can just tell AI to craft clear, precise instructions that a basic user will understand. I can even elaborate on what version of OS they are using to better fine tune the instructions. Learning how to write effective prompts has been very useful to get better outputs and to eliminate hallucinations. Definitely a time saver for me.

Writing effective prompts really is the secret to utilizing AI. Best of all, AI can actually teach you how how to do it. Just ask it to teach you how to write better prompts. Such as, how do I write a prompt that will reduce or eliminate hallucinations.

Perfect! This is what I need to do for all my years of written instructions. Do you just upload your doc and ask AI to write precise instructions that a basic user will understand?

 

[JeepHead]

Perfect! This is what I need to do for all my years of written instructions. Do you just upload your doc and ask AI to write precise instructions that a basic user will understand?

You can copy and past a doc or upload it and tell it what you want it to do from there.

Remember, you can explain to AI what you are wanting to do and have it teach you how to write a better prompts to get better results. Just tell it that you are wanting to create various instructions and what would be the best prompting to use.


I want to edit and have AI help me revise several different written instructions. What is the best way to do this?






This is an excellent application for AI. The key to successfully revising written instructions using an AI language model (like me) is Prompt Engineering—giving the AI precise, structured instructions and context.


Here is the best four-step process for using AI to revise your written instructions, focusing on clarity, completeness, and structure:

Step 1: Define the Role and Goal (The Context)​

Before you paste any text, you must "set the scene" for the AI.2 This ensures the revision is tailored to the purpose of the instructions.

Component	Why It's Necessary	Example Prompt Text
Persona/Role	Forces the AI to use the appropriate expertise and tone.	"Act as a Senior Technical Writer and Instructional Designer."
Audience	Determines the complexity, vocabulary, and necessary level of detail.	"The instructions are for first-time users with no prior technical knowledge."
Goal	Specifies the desired outcome of the instructions.	"The ultimate goal is for the user to successfully complete the [specific task] in under 5 minutes without needing external help."
Required Tone	Establishes the communication style.	"The tone must be friendly, concise, and highly procedural (using numbered lists and strong action verbs)."

Combined Example Prompt:

"Act as a Senior Technical Writer and Instructional Designer. I need you to revise a set of process instructions. The audience is first-time users with no prior technical knowledge. The ultimate goal is for the user to successfully complete the software setup in under 5 minutes without needing external help. The tone must be friendly, concise, and highly procedural (using numbered lists and strong action verbs)."

 

[JeepHead]

Step 2: Set Specific Revision Constraints (The Critique)​

The AI is a better editor when it has a checklist of issues to fix. This is where you leverage the benefits of role-playing and instructional design.

• Clarity: "Identify any ambiguous or passive language and replace it with concrete, strong action verbs (e.g., 'Click' instead of 'You should click')."
• Completeness: "Look for any missing critical steps or assumptions about prior knowledge and ask a follow-up question for clarification if necessary."
• Formatting: "Ensure every step is a separate, numbered bullet point and that all interface elements (like button names) are bolded."
• Safety/Warnings (If Applicable): "Place all essential warnings or cautions in a bold blockquote before the step they relate to."
• Consistency: "Check for inconsistent terminology (e.g., ensure 'Account Dashboard' is used consistently, not 'User Portal')."

 

[ponytug]

@JeepHead Great posts!