Bot Therapy
He appeared one day on Instagram. He had noticed my posts and asked if I wanted to talk. I routinely ignore these things, but he caught me in a weak moment. My only relationship was heavily one-sided, between me and the lordly Russian physical therapist who, twice weekly, rolled up the sleeve of my T-shirt, […]
Best Networking Books – Learn From Legendary Reads
Networking isn’t just about exchanging business cards; it’s an art that can significantly expand your horizons and opportunities, especially in the creative industries. Whether you’re a writer, artist, or any creative professional, mastering the art of networking can open doors to collaborations, insights, and pathways that were previously out of reach. This article will guide […]
Improve your ChatGPT prompt writing using frameworks
AI prompt writing frameworks If you are looking to improve your prompt writing skills there are frameworks available for you to quickly and easily get the best results possible from your favorite AI or large language model. The CRAFT framework is a structured approach designed to help you write effective AI prompts. By following this […]
Proton launches ‘privacy-first’ AI writing assistant for email that runs on-device
Privacy app maker Proton has launched a new AI-enabled writing assistant that can help users compose emails with simple prompts, redraft them and even proofread them before they’re sent. The launch sees Proton continue on a trajectory that has seen it replicate many of Google’s products and features in the productivity tools space. Just last […]
Julio Torres’s “Fantasmas” Finds Truth in Fantasy
Early in the first episode of the brilliantly allegorical new HBO show “Fantasmas,” written and directed by the thirty-seven-year-old comedian and writer Julio Torres, an artist also named Julio—quirky and creative, soft-spoken and slightly sad—is making an informal presentation to a crayon company. He wants to make a crayon that is perfectly clear. If you […]
A Scribe’s Musings: Cursive writing a curse or blessing?
A sermon handwritten by Larry Schneider in 1995. (Larry Schneider/Special to the Chronicle) Article content A common view expressed on social media is that schools should “bring back” cursive writing to the curriculum. Advertisement 2 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Article content Those of us educated in the Ontario […]