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AI for Breakfast
Chris Witham • May 24, 2024
Post 128 - Fun Friday - Time for another chicken…
Here's my prompt:
For this Fun Friday blog post I need another image of a chicken in a woodcut style like the previous ones you have created.
Make it a visual metaphor for the old joke, 'Why did the chicken cross the road' and then write me the completion of the joke in a funny way.
ChatGPT
Why did the chicken cross the road?
Because it heard the other side had free Wi-Fi and unlimited corn!
THOUGHT OF THE DAY: 'An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.' - Benjamin Franklin
EXPLANATION: This quote reminds us of the enduring value of learning and education as a pathway to success.
WORD: Egregious
DEFINITION: Outstandingly bad or shocking.
USAGE: 'The error in the report was so egregious it couldn’t be ignored.'
ORIGIN: From the Latin 'egregius,' originally meaning 'distinguished' or 'remarkable,' later used ironically to highlight glaring faults.
TRADE FOCUS: Chef
AI APPLICATIONS:
- MENU DESIGN: AI creates innovative recipes based on available ingredients.
- SUPPLY MANAGEMENT: AI predicts ingredient needs to minimise waste.
- CUSTOMER INSIGHTS: AI analyses feedback to improve dish offerings.
- SKILL TRAINING: AI provides virtual cooking lessons and techniques.
On 13th January 1898, Émile Zola published 'J'accuse,' an open letter defending Alfred Dreyfus, which became a pivotal moment in the Dreyfus Affair.
IDIOM OF THE DAY: Bite off more than you can chew
FIGURATIVE MEANING: To take on a task that is too difficult to manage.
TYPICAL USAGE: 'She bit off more than she could chew by agreeing to organise the entire event.'
ORIGIN: Likely from the literal difficulty of chewing an overly large piece of food.
IDIOM OF THE DAY: Throw in the towel
FIGURATIVE MEANING: To give up or admit defeat.
TYPICAL USAGE: 'After hours of trying, he threw in the towel and called for help.'
ORIGIN: From boxing, where a towel is thrown into the ring to signal surrender.
AI GENERATED HUMOUR: Why did the AI bring a notepad to the beach? To take down sandy data!
This joke connects AI’s data-driven nature to a playful seaside scenario.
THOUGHT OF THE DAY: 'The only way to do great work is to love what you do.' - Steve Jobs
EXPLANATION: This quote highlights the importance of passion in achieving excellence in one’s work.
WORD: Ineffable
DEFINITION: Too great or extreme to be expressed in words.
USAGE: 'The beauty of the sunrise was ineffable, leaving everyone speechless.'
ORIGIN: From the Latin 'ineffabilis,' meaning 'unutterable,' often used to describe profound experiences.
TRADE FOCUS: Jeweller
AI APPLICATIONS:
- DESIGN CREATION: AI generates intricate jewellery designs based on current trends.
- GEMSTONE ANALYSIS: AI evaluates the quality and authenticity of gemstones.
- CUSTOM ORDERS: AI creates virtual previews for bespoke pieces.
- INVENTORY MANAGEMENT: AI optimises stock levels and demand forecasting.
On 6th January 1838, Samuel Morse successfully demonstrated the first public telegraph message, marking a revolution in communication.
IDIOM OF THE DAY: Put all your eggs in one basket
FIGURATIVE MEANING: To risk everything on a single venture.
TYPICAL USAGE: 'Investing all your money in one stock is like putting all your eggs in one basket.'
ORIGIN: Likely from the precariousness of carrying all eggs in one basket, risking breaking them all if dropped.
IDIOM OF THE DAY: Spill the beans
FIGURATIVE MEANING: To reveal a secret.
TYPICAL USAGE: 'She spilled the beans about the surprise party.'
ORIGIN: Likely derived from voting practices in ancient Greece where beans were used, and spilling them prematurely could reveal results.
AI GENERATED HUMOUR: Why did the AI start a podcast? It wanted to amplify its voice!
This playful joke ties AI’s communication abilities to the world of podcasting.
THOUGHT OF THE DAY: 'You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.' - Wayne Gretzky
EXPLANATION: This quote reminds us that taking risks and trying is essential to success, even if failure is a possibility.
WORD: Ephemeral
DEFINITION: Lasting for a very short time.
USAGE: 'The beauty of the sunset was ephemeral, fading within moments.'
ORIGIN: From the Greek 'ephemeros,' meaning 'lasting only a day,' often used to describe fleeting experiences.
