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Should HN Ban “I Asked AI to Create...” Type Submissions?

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Re: Should HN Ban “I Asked AI to Create...” Type Submissions?

#11

(A) HN doesn't need to ban anything, we have a nicely functioning voting system (B) I can understand you're tired of seeing "smell my finger" AI stories, but I think its obvious that others are not, yet. Why must they go away to satisfy you? Can you not ignore these things that disinterest or annoy you, using your own facilities?

>Can you not ignore these things that disinterest or annoy you, using your own facilities? See my reply to fabianholzer below, for why these type of submissions are harder to ignore or filter out.

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Re: Should HN Ban “I Asked AI to Create...” Type Submissions?

#13
OK. I knew I was asking for someone to do this, when I posted the original question. So I thought I may as well save you the trouble and get my retaliation in first!

Yes, "I asked AI...." the above question. And here is the reply:

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I understand your frustration with the abundance of posts about AI-generated content, especially those that seem to lack meaningful or interesting content. While it is true that the novelty of AI-generated content may have worn off for some, it is important to remember that not everyone has the same level of familiarity or interest in AI technology.

For some individuals, these posts may serve as a way to spark curiosity and interest in the potential of AI, or simply provide a fun and entertaining distraction from their daily routine. Additionally, these posts can also serve as a way for individuals to showcase their creativity and humor by crafting interesting prompts for the AI to respond to.

However, I understand that the sheer volume of these posts can be overwhelming and may detract from more substantive discussions surrounding AI technology. It may be helpful to consider filtering out these types of posts or creating separate spaces for individuals who wish to engage with AI-generated content to share and discuss their creations.

Ultimately, the beauty of a platform like Reddit is the diversity of perspectives and content it can offer. While some may find these posts tedious, they may hold value for others, and it is important to respect and appreciate the variety of interests and passions that bring people together on this platform.

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I'm not sure what to make of the ChatGPT's assumption in the last paragraph that I was I was referring to Reddit. Is it a damning reflection on the idiocy of my question?... or on the collective idiocy of a site where so many such submissions get made?

Now. Has anyone seen my fridge magnet?

Re: Should HN Ban “I Asked AI to Create...” Type Submissions?

#15

Earlier quoted context omitted.

>Can you not ignore these things that disinterest or annoy you, using your own facilities? See my reply to fabianholzer below, for why these type of submissions are harder to ignore or filter out.

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  >Where do you get off?
Next stop. Or you can drop me just by the shops here, if you want.

Re: Should HN Ban “I Asked AI to Create...” Type Submissions?

#17

I don't know what you are talking about. I've seen this on reddit but not here.

>I've seen this on reddit but not here. Did you try either of the two links at the bottom of the original post?

Why would I? If it doesn't make the front-page, it doesn't exist (for me).

Re: Should HN Ban “I Asked AI to Create...” Type Submissions?

#18

Earlier quoted context omitted.

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>Where do you get off? Next stop. Or you can drop me just by the shops here, if you want.

To elaborate: at what point is the rest of the world no longer required to conform to your tastes?

Re: Should HN Ban “I Asked AI to Create...” Type Submissions?

#19
post #7

Should HN ban "I'm tired of reading about X" type submissions?

There are already two guidelines that touch on it.

"Please don't post on HN to ask or tell us something. Send it to hn@ycombinator.com"

"Please don't complain that a submission is inappropriate."

The later is specifically about comments and not submissions, though.

Re: Should HN Ban “I Asked AI to Create...” Type Submissions?

#20

Earlier quoted context omitted.

>I've seen this on reddit but not here. Did you try either of the two links at the bottom of the original post?

Why would I? If it doesn't make the front-page, it doesn't exist (for me).

An attitude that does you credit m'lord
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