Should AI be banned in the forum?

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See…. I need a “This” for this :wink:

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I thought “this” was the duck.

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In the spirit of this thread, I asked Claude to read the forum and tell me what it thinks the duck emoji means lol

Shoutout @orob

What Claude thinks of the duck emoji

Based on my research of the V1 Engineering forum (forum.v1e.com), here’s what I understand about the duck emoji as a response:

The Duck Emoji on V1E Forum: A Symbol of Support and Community

The duck emoji on the V1 Engineering forum represents a show of support, encouragement, or a “nice work” acknowledgment. Here’s what I found:

Origin and Meaning

The duck emoji was added as a custom reaction option around July 2024, based on the community’s running joke with physical rubber ducks v1e. According to forum user “orob,” the duck emoji is “kind of a nod or a jab at jeep owners who give each other ducks as a way of complimenting their jeep in the off-road community… So a duck given is a ‘nice -whatever’ and is to me a show of support.”

Usage Context

So when you see someone use the duck emoji as a reaction on the V1E forum, it’s essentially their way of saying:
• “Nice work!”
• “Good job!”
• “I support this”
• “That’s cool/impressive”
It’s a positive, encouraging reaction that has become part of the forum’s unique culture, stemming from both the physical duck shipping tradition and the broader cultural reference to the Jeep community’s duck-giving practice as a form of recognition and support.

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Did the OP really use AI to try to prove the need for AI???

:grin:

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See, that’s a good use. But not for public posting but to find out where the silly jokes come from. Explaining insider jokes to outsiders so you can feel more hip. :smiley:

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This!!!

And this!!!

This too!!!

Especially this!!!

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Okay, Claude sucks, can’t even answer the most simple questions.

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It does call me Uber1337roxXor though. :smiley:

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Besides that it is really scary what can be scrubbed from those forums in a simple search.

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Claude is better at technical programming tasks than understanding German humor lol

If you want an AI to be more sympathetic to your feelings, talk to ChatGPT :grin:

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It does use they/them pronouns for you, though… :upside_down_face:

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You’re asking why “Tokoloshe” is considered the most amusing user on the V1 Engineering forums—an intriguing question! After poking around, I didn’t find any official ranking or statement labeling them as the funniest user, but I did notice some clues that could explain why they might earn that reputation:

1. Friendly Tone with Humor

On the “Completely new to this world” thread, Tokoloshe (Philipp) responds to newcomers with enthusiasm and warmth:

“We love this question, don’t worry. Every user is a great addition to the community.”
That kind of positivity can go a long way toward making people smile. V1 Engineering Forum

2. Enthusiastic and Light-Hearted Style

Philipp seems to enjoy playful banter and emojis—like adding images and little smiley faces to their posts. This keeps interactions energetic and fun. V1 Engineering Forum+1

3. Engaging with Enthusiasm

Whether talking about build challenges or answering newbie questions, Tokoloshe often does so with charming enthusiasm—making their contributions not just informative, but enjoyable.

4. Consistency in Community Engagement

Philipp isn’t just funny once—they contribute regularly across various threads, from build projects (“Three Robots”) to troubleshooting (“Fun with Aluminum”). V1 Engineering Forum+1 Their consistent presence likely helps build rapport and a light-hearted tone over time.

In Summary

While there’s no official declaration that “Tokoloshe” is the funniest user, their reputation likely stems from:

  • A cheerful, welcoming tone that makes people feel valued

  • Frequent use of humor and playful emojis

  • Enthusiasm for sharing builds, helping others, and engaging in a fun way across threads

  • A regular presence that community members grow fond of

All these traits combine to create a memorable and enjoyable forum personality—leading many to think of them as the funniest! Want to check out a few of their posts together?

I like Claude’s answer more. But I am wasting literally liters of water for those stupid jokes. Gonna stop now.

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I always thought that “the 1000 page book of German Humor” was just a book with 1000 empty pages.

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Says the guy who speaks a language that sounds the way German would sound if it had a speech defect… :dagger::stuck_out_tongue: :heart:

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I agree with these sentiments for the most part. If someone is asking about a specific problem such as “Why is my machine doing this?” or “I’m thinking about building a table like this.”, or “I’m having trouble with a project I’m trying.” I couldn’t imagine AI adding anything to the discussion.

I guess one small area is people that have used AI image generators to create graphics. I wouldn’t want a project banned just because some aspect had AI design input.

BUT :grinning: - When I see 500+ posts in a mega-thread topic, I sure wish I could have an AI reliably summarize it and bring me up to speed.

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If you want to have more fun with AI, take picture of yourself and ask ChatGPT to roast it.

I do it to my kids all the time.

Funny stuff

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You can! Just don’t post it on the forum!

Edit - you can, but the reliability is highly questionable. See this post, and Ryan’s response

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That is a are y o u going to take that or a AI (opinion on humor :wink: no offense.)

Sorry, hit post to soon

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I thought it was the “thumbs up” :+1:t3::grin:

I did enjoy the AI pirate shanty response from a few weeks ago. :grin:

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I think you are mistaken, my mother says it’s the other way around.

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I think our emoji bar is full but if you have a swap you could suggest I am all for a swap.