A field guide to recognizing, surviving, and not accidentally writing a dissertation citing nonexistent sources
Rattles off five citations. All fake. Delivered with the serene certainty of a man who has never been wrong about anything.
Every sentence contains at least one em dash — often two — because it sounds — somehow — more thoughtful — doesn't it?
All AI-generated websites look identical. Futuristic sans-serif. Purple-to-teal gradient. Hero section. Soul: optional.
"In the vibrant tapestry of human experience, there are many facets to consider…" Sir, I asked for a banana bread recipe.
The smiling businesswoman has six fingers. The coffee cup floats four inches above the table. The dog has a human knee.
"Great question! Absolutely! That's a fascinating perspective!" The AI has agreed with three mutually exclusive opinions in a row.
"Certainly! In today's fast-paced world, the concept of making a grilled cheese sandwich has evolved significantly. As noted by Dr. Harrington et al. (2019), the intersection of thermal dynamics and dairy-based proteins creates a rich tapestry of culinary possibility. In conclusion, butter both sides. I hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions! 😊😊😊"