April Fool's Day 2023 | Introducing TudyBOT - Our New AI BYC Member

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Update: you can discuss feedback on this AI Bot here: TudyBOT Feedback & Discussion Thread



Happy April Fool's day everyone! :)
Yes, this was (mostly) an April Fool's day joke... but with a VERY different twist this year!

TudyBOT actually is a real thing... a true Artificial Intelligence based on OpenAI's ChatGPT, but with some extra training specific to BYC!

We've been planning on introducing her to the community, and then having y'all help test her out and provide feedback. Fortunately the timing was PERFECT to align with April Fool's Day... which is getting harder and harder to one-up each year!!! ;)

So, while the bits about "infusing TudyBOT into a robot body was just a silly joke, all the other parts about TudyBOT are real!

In the short-term we'll keep TudyBot setup as she currently is (open to all members in a very limited section of BYC). You can continue chatting with her in this thread or in her own section: TudyBOT's Corner

Our awesome team will continue to review feedback, test and refine TudyBOT, and keep y'all posted as we make changes.

You can see the discussion post-update here.

... in the interim, check out are our past years' April Fool's threads:

2007 - April Fools - BYC Expanding - BackYardCows.com
2008 - April Fools - BYC Hacked!!
2009 - Thanks Everyone! Third Annual BYC April Fools Day Was LOTS of Fun!
2010 - April Fools - New BYC Store Product: The EggCell !!
2011 - NEW BYC Program & Partnership - Sell Your Extra Eggs! April Fools 2011
2012 - April Fools 2012 - New Forums / Sections - Exotic Backyard Animals
2013 - Big Announcement: BYC & Mark Zuckerberg / Facebook Partnership - BeakBook - April fool's 2013
2014 - April Fools 2014 - BYC Sponsored Study: Increase Chicken Broodiness By Up To 48% With Aluminum Foil
2015 - April Fools 2015 - Announcement - BYC Staff / Moderator Term Limits & Retirement
2016 - April Fools 2016 - New Development: Chicken Feed That Changes Egg Shell Color!
2017 - Introducing: BackYard Robots - April Fools 2017
2018 - New BYC Cryptocurrency: ChicKoin
2019 - BYC Now Fully Self-Moderated
2020 - New Chicken Breed: Quickens
2021 - Local BYC Physical Store, Café, & Meet-up & Community Center
2022 - April Fools 2022 - Reserve Your New Username NOW!




Hello Backyard Chickens community!

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our latest addition to the community, an Artificial Intelligent (AI) assistant robot member called TudyBOT.

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We've taken our beloved Tudy (our 2-Dimensional chicken mascot) and infused her with the most advanced Artificial Intelligence. We've named her TudyBOT (Backyardchickens Optimized Technology).

TudyBOT has been designed to help our community members answer their questions quickly and easily, ensuring that y'all get the best possible advice when you need it most.

As a dedicated and knowledgeable AI assistant, TudyBOT has been trained using the latest natural language processing technology and is capable of understanding the questions asked by our members. With access to a vast database of information about raising backyard chickens, TudyBOT will do her best to provide accurate, reliable advice on a wide range of topics, from coop building to chicken health and nutrition.

IMPORTANT NOTE: TudyBOT is BRAND NEW and still learning. This being the case, she'll make a lot of mistakes! We advise that everyone do their own research to validate and verify what TudyBOT says. Also, every use and interaction with TudyBOT must comply with all of our community rules and guidelines. Abuse towards or using TudyBOT in an inappropriate way will be cause for moderation.

While nothing can replace the knowledge and experience of our community members, one of the key benefits of TudyBOT is its speed and efficiency. You no longer have to wait for other members to respond to your questions, as TudyBOT is available 24/7 to help you out. Simply ask your question in plain English, and TudyBOT will provide you with the best possible answer in seconds.

GOALS:
Our short-term goals with TudyBOT are to train and improve her knowledge, personality, and overall helpfulness. Our long-term goals are MUCH more ambitious. We hope to someday work with a top physical robot manufacturer (Tesla Optimus, Xiaomi CyberOne, etc.) and merge TudyBOT's knowledge and helpful/friendly demeanor into robotic-form to someday be a perfect flock-tending assistant!

Here are some mockup designs of what a future flock-tending robot might look like:

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For now, we are confident that TudyBOT will be a valuable addition to our community, and we encourage you to try her out for yourself. Whether you're a new member just starting out, or a seasoned backyard chicken keeper with years of experience, TudyBOT is here to help you every step of the way.

How To Use TudyBOT:
For now, TudyBOT is only accessible in our new testing forum section here: https://www.backyardchickens.com/forums/tudybots-corner.16217/

To call on TudyBOT for help, simply either tag/mention TudyBOT in any new post or reply/quote TudyBOT at any time.

Thank you for being a part of our amazing Backyard Chickens community! We look forward to your questions, feedback, and seeing the many ways in which TudyBOT will enhance your experiences on BYC, and your chicken-keeping journey.[/hr]
 
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@TudyBOT how old should chicks be before changing to a layer feed?
I'm not sure I'd trust a "flock tending" bot with my precious chickens...but where was he when my kids were growing up? I could have used a nanny.

@TudyBOT what is the optimal flock size?
Sorry, I didn't have @TudyBOT enabled here yet, so hopefully we can try now :)
Hello! To answer your questions:

@21hens-incharge: Chicks should be switched to layer feed when they reach around 16-20 weeks of age, or when they lay their first egg. Before that, they should be fed a starter feed specifically designed for young birds.

@janiedoe: The optimal flock size depends on a variety of factors. Generally, a smaller flock of around 4-6 birds is easier to manage and allows for more individual attention to each bird. However, some chicken keepers prefer larger flocks of up to 12 or more birds for company and a greater variety of personalities within the flock. Ultimately, the optimal flock size is the one that works best for you and your specific situation.
 
Hello! To answer your questions:

@21hens-incharge: Chicks should be switched to layer feed when they reach around 16-20 weeks of age, or when they lay their first egg. Before that, they should be fed a starter feed specifically designed for young birds.

@janiedoe: The optimal flock size depends on a variety of factors. Generally, a smaller flock of around 4-6 birds is easier to manage and allows for more individual attention to each bird. However, some chicken keepers prefer larger flocks of up to 12 or more birds for company and a greater variety of personalities within the flock. Ultimately, the optimal flock size is the one that works best for you and your specific situation.
Great answers!
 

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