The brain excels at problem-solving and creative thinking due to its ability to integrate diverse information and adapt to new situations. However, it is not optimized for long-term storage, often leading to memory decay and distortion. Documentation is useful as it provides a reliable, external reference, ensuring solutions are preserved accurately and can be easily shared or revisited.
ChatGPT, June 2024, when asked to create an introduction text.
If I really have to put in in my own words, I can’t even remember what I ate yesterday, let alone I will remember anything that happened weeks ago.