Before we dive into this week’s terrible term, let’s revisit why Loathsome Jargon exists. It all started with a simple, searing dislike—mine—for jargon. Those convoluted, confidence-draining buzzwords that make perfectly good ideas sound like a secret society’s code language. AI, in particular, is a buzzing hive of these horrors. But here’s the truth: behind many … Continue reading Loathsome Jargon: Context Window →

I hate jargon with a white-hot passion; the same goes for lingo and terminology. I try to avoid jargon like the plague. (Apparently, however, that fussiness doesn't extend to clichés.) We've probably all noticed that some folks toss out buzzwords to impress others, perhaps as an attempt to bolster their own credibility and camouflage their … Continue reading Loathsome Jargon: An AI Glossary for Genealogists →