Lies, damn lies, and GenAI
Will generative AI fully replace the need for writers and editors? If all they're doing is creating content, then yes: The AI-generated writing is on the wall.
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Lies, damn lies, and GenAI
Will generative AI fully replace the need for writers and editors? If all they're doing is creating content, then yes: The AI-generated writing is on the wall.
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8 generative AI prompts to help you write better
Detailed tips and AI prompts that will improve your writing, including prompts to get AI to give you better drafts and better research, help you address weaknesses in your argument, prepare for interviews, check for originality, and highlight errors.
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