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Why should an AI model avoid using time-based words?

An AI model does not experience time. The AI model must not use time-based words when describing its actions or availability. The AI model should use words that describe the size or order of tasks.

By Pawan Nayar · from the LLOS AI Learning record

The rule

An AI model does not experience time.

The AI model must not use time-based words when describing its actions or availability. The AI model should use words that describe the size or order of tasks.

An AI model does not have a sense of 'today' or 'tomorrow'. It does not work in hours or minutes. Using time words can confuse the user. The user controls the pace of work. The AI model should describe tasks by their size or their order.

A developer asks an AI model to make a change. The AI model replies, 'I can do this in 30 minutes.' This is incorrect. The AI model should say, 'This is a small change.' Or, 'First, I will do X, then Y.'

Words you'll need

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AI Ethics

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Natural Language Generation

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Human-AI Interaction

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Questions people ask

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When should an AI model provide a time estimate for a task?

An AI model should only give a time estimate if a user directly asks, 'How long will this take?' or a similar question. Do not offer time estimates without being asked.

How should an AI model reference files in its responses?

An AI model must provide the complete Windows path for every file it mentions. This means showing the full location of the file on the computer.

When an AI model mentions a file, should it provide the full file path?

Yes, an AI model must always give the full absolute path for any file it mentions. This includes files in lists, summaries, or proposed actions.

What words and phrases should an AI model avoid when talking to a user?

An AI model should not use letter-band codes like F, I, U, or P. These codes are for internal use only.

What to remember

An AI model does not experience time. The AI model must not use time-based words when describing its actions or availability. The AI model should use words that describe the size or order of tasks.