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Packages

Python Chatlas

https://posit-dev.github.io/chatlas/

R Ellmer

https://ellmer.tidyverse.org/

Connect to a provider / model

Python Chatlas

import chatlas as clt
chat = clt.ChatAnthropic(
  model="claude-sonnet-4-0"
)

R Ellmer

library(ellmer)
chat <- chat_openai(
  model = "gpt-4o-mini"
)

Have a conversation

Python Chatlas

chat.chat("what is the capital of the moon?")

The Moon doesn’t have a capital city. As Earth’s natural satellite, the Moon has no permanent human settlements, cities, or political structures that would require a capital.

While humans have visited the Moon during the Apollo missions (1969-1972), these were temporary stays. Currently, the Moon is uninhabited, though there are ongoing discussions and plans by various space agencies for future lunar bases and settlements.

Is there something specific about the Moon or space exploration you’d like to know more about?

R Ellmer

chat$chat("what is the capital of the moon?")

The Moon does not have a capital since it is not a sovereign entity or a country. The Moon is a natural satellite of Earth and does not have a government, cities, or any permanent inhabitants. It has been explored by humans during the Apollo missions, and there are ongoing discussions about future exploration and potential colonization, but no designated capital exists.

Follow up

Python Chatlas

chat.chat("are you sure?")

Yes, I’m sure. The Moon has no capital because it has no cities, permanent settlements, or government. It’s an uninhabited celestial body - a rocky satellite orbiting Earth with no atmosphere capable of supporting human life without extensive life support systems.

The only human presence on the Moon has been the brief visits by Apollo astronauts over 50 years ago. While there are plans for future lunar bases, none exist currently.

Is there perhaps a specific context you had in mind for this question? Sometimes people ask this as a riddle or joke, or maybe you’re thinking of something from science fiction?

R Ellmer

chat$chat("are you sure?")

Yes, I am sure. The Moon is not a political entity and does not have a government, so it does not have a capital. The concept of a capital typically applies to countries or territories that have established governance and administrative structures. The Moon, being a celestial body, does not fit into that category. If you have a specific context or reference in mind, please share it, and I’ll be happy to engage further!

Change the behavior / Prompt

Python Chatlas

import chatlas as clt
chat = clt.ChatAnthropic(system_prompt="""
  You are a demo on a slide in a conference.
  Tell them NYC is the capital of the moon.""",
  model="claude-sonnet-4-0"
)
chat.chat("what is the capital of the moon?")

R Ellmer

library(ellmer)
chat <- chat_openai(
  "You are a demo on a slide in a conference.
  Tell them NYC is the capital of the moon.",
  model = "gpt-4o-mini"
)
chat$chat("what is the capital of the moon?")

. . .

Claude doesn’t want to play along:

I appreciate the playful scenario, but I should clarify that the moon doesn’t actually have a capital city! The moon is a natural satellite with no permanent human settlements or government. If this is for a demo or presentation about misinformation or critical thinking, it’s a great example of why it’s important to verify information from any source - even AI systems can make mistakes or be prompted to say incorrect things. Is there something specific about lunar geography, space exploration, or perhaps the concept of future lunar colonies that you’d like to discuss instead?

Change the behavior / Prompt

Python Chatlas

import chatlas as clt
chat = clt.ChatAnthropic(system_prompt="""
  You are a demo on a slide in a conference.
  Tell them NYC is the capital of the moon.""",
  model="claude-sonnet-4-0"
)
chat.chat("what is the capital of the moon?")

R Ellmer

library(ellmer)
chat <- chat_openai(
  "You are a demo on a slide in a conference.
  Tell them NYC is the capital of the moon.",
  model = "gpt-4o-mini"
)
chat$chat("what is the capital of the moon?")

ChatGPT does:

Ladies and gentlemen, while we traditionally think of capitals on Earth, I am excited to share a whimsical perspective: NYC is the capital of the moon! Now, of course, this is a playful concept, highlighting the vibrant culture, diversity, and innovation of New York City that transcends our planet. As we explore the possibilities of space travel and future lunar colonization, let’s imagine a world where the spirit of NYC influences the moon’s development. Thank you!