Your Wit Is My Command

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For fans of computers and comedy, this engaging exploration reveals how artificial intelligence can enable machines to be funny. Most robots and smart devices lack humor, but computer scientist Tony Veale argues that they are simply programmed that way. By dissecting the mechanics of humor, he demonstrates that computers can be designed to possess a sense of humor, capable of both creating and appreciating jokes. Veale examines the humor potential of fictional robots, from B-9 in Lost in Space to TARS in Interstellar, and outlines scenarios for developing witty machines. He delves into various humor elements, including puns, sarcasm, and offensiveness. To create funny robots, Veale emphasizes the need for computational analysis of humor, showing that joke generation involves a blend of wit and wisdom. He highlights existing technologies that can detect sarcasm and explains the distinction between pre-scripted and algorithmically generated jokes, making complex AI concepts accessible to a general audience. While there is no one-size-fits-all solution for making virtual assistants or GPS systems humorous, Veale offers a computational roadmap for achieving this goal.