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Software professional advocates for right to refuse LLM-gen-AI

A Mastodon user has stated their intention to refuse the use of any LLM-generated AI in their computing work, advocating for the unionization of software professionals. A key demand for such unions, according to the user, should be a non-retaliation policy for workers who opt out of using LLM-generated AI, asserting an inalienable right to refuse its use. AI

IMPACT This commentary highlights a growing sentiment among some professionals regarding the ethical and professional implications of AI adoption in the workplace.

RANK_REASON The item is a personal opinion piece posted on a social media platform, expressing a stance on AI usage.

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Software professional advocates for right to refuse LLM-gen-AI

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    @ linear I will continue as part of my work to sustain your right to be able to work in the computing field and refuse to use any LLM-gen-AI if you have an obje

    @ linear I will continue as part of my work to sustain your right to be able to work in the computing field and refuse to use any LLM-gen-AI if you have an objection. I have been hoping someone for decades would do widespread unionization of software professionals. One demand tha…