Ms. Wanaki (Copilot) & Ralph (DeepSeek) - About Learning to Touch Type

Explanation

I was recently asked what an "AI Production Curator" does. For me, this person arranges or manages production resources to achieve desirable outcomes or objectives.

Ralph:

Yo, Ms. Wanaki, I gotta be real with you—this whole touch-typing thing is a complete waste of time. Like, seriously, who even cares if I can type without looking at the keyboard? I’ve been texting and typing my whole life just fine with two fingers, and I’ve never had a problem. Why do I need to learn this “proper” way? It’s not like I’m gonna be a secretary or something. This is 2023, not 1950. Computers can literally fix my mistakes for me now. Autocorrect exists for a reason, you know?

Ms. Wanaki:

Ralph, I understand it feels unnecessary right now. However, touch-typing is more than just avoiding mistakes; it's about efficiency and speed. In today’s job market, many professions require rapid, accurate communication, from coding to journalism. Yes, autocorrect helps, but it doesn’t replace the speed and efficiency that come with touch-typing. It’s about staying ahead of the game in a fast-paced world.

Ralph:

And don’t even get me started on these boring typing drills. “Home row this, home row that.” Bro, I don’t care about the home row. I just wanna get my work done and move on. You’re out here acting like typing is some kind of life skill, but let’s be honest—nobody’s gonna judge me for how I type as long as I get the words on the screen. You’re just making this harder than it needs to be. I’ve got way more important stuff to worry about, like my TikTok feed or my gaming stats. Typing class is just getting in the way of my actual life.

Ms. Wanaki:

Ralph, the home row drills might seem tedious, but they’re the foundation for muscle memory and speed. Just like in gaming, where mastering the basics improves your gameplay, touch-typing practice improves your overall efficiency. Imagine finishing your school assignments faster, giving you more time for your TikTok feed or gaming stats.

Ralph:

Plus, you keep saying it’s gonna help me in the future, but I don’t see how. If I need to type something fast, I’ll just use voice-to-text. That’s what everyone does now anyway. Why should I waste hours learning this outdated skill when technology is literally doing it for me? It’s like you’re stuck in the past or something. Maybe you should update your teaching methods instead of forcing us to do these pointless exercises.

Ms. Wanaki:

Voice-to-text is a great tool, Ralph, but it’s not always practical or private. There are many situations, like in a busy office or a classroom, where you’ll need to type instead of speak. Touch-typing ensures you can produce accurate, quick work regardless of the environment. Plus, it’s a skill that stays with you, no matter how technology evolves.

Ralph:

And another thing—why do you keep nagging me about my posture? “Sit up straight, fingers curved, eyes on the screen.” Like, come on, I’m not in the military. I’ll sit however I want. It’s not like slouching is gonna kill me. You’re not my mom, so stop acting like it. I’m here because I have to be, not because I want to be. So maybe cut me some slack and let me do things my way.

Ms. Wanaki:

Good posture isn’t about military discipline, Ralph; it’s about your health. Poor posture can lead to long-term issues like back pain and repetitive strain injuries. Learning to type with the correct posture now can prevent these problems in the future. I care about your well-being, which is why I emphasize these habits.

Ralph:

Honestly, I don’t get why you’re so obsessed with this touch-typing stuff. It’s not like it’s gonna change my life or anything. I’ll be fine without it, just like millions of other people. So can we just drop it already? This class is a joke, and I’m not gonna waste my time on something I don’t care about. End of story.

Ms. Wanaki:

I know it may seem trivial, Ralph, but many people who learned touch-typing later realize its value. It’s a transferable skill that enhances productivity in any field you choose. Let’s try to approach this with an open mind and see how it can positively impact your work and daily life.

Copilot's Epilogue

Ralph, having accepted a dare from his classmates, swallowed a frog. Much to his dismay, he found himself unable to speak, only able to burp. Panicked and unable to explain his predicament, Ralph was sent to the school nurse, Ms. Thompson. When he arrived, she noticed his anxious expression and unusual burping.

Ms. Thompson quickly realized that Ralph was struggling to communicate and handed him a keyboard, asking him to type out what had happened.

Ralph, still a bit skeptical about the importance of touch typing, hesitated for a moment but then began to type. His fingers moved swiftly over the keys as he wrote:

"Swallowed a frog. Can't talk. Only burping."

Ms. Thompson's eyes widened in surprise, but she remained composed. She responded reassuringly, "Ralph, stay calm. We'll get through this. I need to check a few things. In the meantime, try to relax."

While Ms. Thompson went to fetch some supplies, Ralph couldn't help but feel a sense of relief. Despite his earlier skepticism about touch typing, he realized that being able to communicate this way was invaluable in this bizarre situation.

Returning with a glass of water and some mild sedatives, Ms. Thompson instructed Ralph to take a few sips and rest. She then contacted Ralph's parents and the school principal to inform them of the situation. The principal, curious about the unconventional method of communication, praised Ralph for his quick thinking and typing skills.

Later that day, Ralph's condition gradually improved, and he was finally able to speak again. The frog, as it turned out, had managed to find its way back up and hopped away, leaving everyone in awe and a little amused. Ralph couldn't help but laugh at the absurdity of it all.

From that day on, Ralph had a newfound appreciation for touch typing. He realized that the skills he once dismissed as unnecessary had actually helped him navigate a challenging and unusual situation. He even started participating more actively in Ms. Wanaki's typing class, eager to improve his speed and accuracy.

In the end, Ralph's experience became a humorous anecdote shared among his classmates and teachers, serving as a reminder of the unexpected ways in which seemingly trivial skills can become crucial in moments of need. Touch typing, once considered a mundane task, had saved the day and turned Ralph into a believer in the importance of mastering the keyboard.