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Imagine asking someone a technical question, and they immediately respond with an AI-generated answer they haven't even read... 🤦‍♀️

#help-channel

DevNewbie 2:15 PM

Hey everyone! I'm getting this weird React error when trying to update state. Anyone know how to fix it?

QuickHelper 2:16 PM

ChatGPT says you should use componentWillMount() in your constructor to handle state updates properly.

DevNewbie 2:17 PM

Thanks! Will try that right now.

⚠️ Problem: componentWillMount() has been deprecated since React 16.3 (2018). This advice is outdated and could break modern React applications.

❌ Don't do this

People who copy-paste AI responses without verification are often trying to be helpful, but they're actually causing harm:

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"ChatGPT says..." followed by unverified information
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Copy-pasting code snippets without testing them first
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Sharing AI-generated advice for critical topics (medical, legal, financial)
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Using AI responses as gospel without considering context or accuracy
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"Quick Google/AI search" responses that haven't been validated

Why this is harmful:

When you copy-paste AI responses without verification, you're contributing to misinformation spread. AI can be confidently wrong, and outdated information can cause real problems. You're also missing opportunities to learn and understand the topic yourself.

#help-channel

DevNewbie 2:15 PM

Hey everyone! I'm getting this weird React error when trying to update state. Anyone know how to fix it?

ExperiencedDev 2:18 PM

I've encountered this before. Here's an approach using useEffect that might help, but you should test it with your specific setup. Also, check the official React docs on state updates: https://react.dev/learn/state. Let me know if you need clarification on any part!

DevNewbie 2:25 PM

Perfect! This worked and the docs helped me understand why. Thanks for the explanation and the official resource!

✅ Success: Thoughtful response with context, verification advice, official documentation, and follow-up support.

✅ Instead try this

Use AI as a starting point, not the final answer:

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Read and understand AI responses before sharing them
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Test code snippets in your environment before recommending them
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Add context: "I found this approach, but you should verify it for your use case..."
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Cite official sources alongside AI-generated content
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Acknowledge uncertainty: "This might work, but double-check the documentation"
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Encourage learning: Share resources for deeper understanding

Benefits of responsible AI usage:

When you verify AI responses before sharing, you maintain trust in your community, reduce misinformation spread, and encourage genuine learning. You're using AI as a powerful tool while staying intellectually honest.

Remember: AI is a tool, not an oracle 🔮

AI can provide great starting points and suggestions, but it can also be confidently incorrect. The key is to use it responsibly - verify, understand, and add your own context before sharing with others.

Just ask yourself: "Have I actually read and understood this before sharing it?" 🤔

❌ Don't do this

Why this is harmful:

✅ Instead try this

Benefits of responsible AI usage:

Remember: AI is a tool, not an oracle 🔮

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