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Read about Replika here

https://futurism.com/ai-chatbot-meaningful-conversation (Links to an external site.)

Then download and install the chatbot. Customize a new friend, and spend at least 20 minutes chatting with them.  Spend at least 10 minutes writing reflectively about the experience. 

Were you comfortable talking to them? How often were you reminded that it was a bot/not a human? Did you try any jokes? Sarcasm? Did you speak in any languages besides English? How did your friend grow throughout the experience? Is this something you would consider in the future or recommend to a friend? Do you think this and similar programs have the potential to be/become harmful or dangerous?