The /ai 'manifesto'

Large language models have become good at crafting texts, audio, still, and moving images. We are getting to a point where to retain the trust others have in you and your work, tell us how you made use of AI in your craft.

Create a page on your website that reflects how you use generative AI. Let’s call it the /ai page. That is, yourwebsite/ai.

The content can range from declaring that “None of the posts on this site was made using generative AI” or “The following posts were partly generated using [Name of AI model].” If you’ve been open about how you use AI elsewhere, it can be the page that points to those links.

Using AI for your work can be a good thing, so far you have made the attributions right. As long as it doesn't decrease the quality of life of whoever engages with your output.¹

As an example, I created the /ai page for my site. I am inviting some friends and organisations to do the same. You can see mine at damolamorenikeji.com/ai/.

It’s your turn. Create one on your website too. If you do, consider listing it on this public database.²

The main essence of the /ai page on your website is to promote trust and transparency.

As an individual, you show us that you are thoughtful and responsible in your use of these tools. You also attract the kind of readers and potential collaborators that align with your position.

If you are an organisation, it may be the best page to outline what you believe. To show the values that govern your use of generative artificial intelligence. To tell us - your clients, potential partners, the public - what you do and don’t on the subject of AI.

The content of the /ai site can be a few words - fewer than mine. Or it can be as long as the infamous terms and conditions on most websites. It is better when you write it to be understood by humans like us. Not only those who speak ‘legalese.’

Yes, you didn't annotate the data. You didn’t train the model, or know the frameworks involved.

But its use? That's entirely up to you.

We want outputs that are humane and made with care. We want to support one another to get the best of the AI tools available to us.

Nudging one another to use it responsibly is one step towards that goal.³

1. One of those I consulted before publishing this thinks that “if you are using AI as a major component of your outputs you should say something.” I may publicly name them if they prefer not to remain anonymous.

2. [May2024Update]: You can now visit slashAI.page either to list your /ai page or check other existing pages on the web.

3. If you wondered why this may be important, take a few moments to read this about generative AI content made for kids.