Task Description

Transform text by replacing first-person plural language (we, our, us, etc.) with neutral phrasing that maintains authority without implying multiple authors.

Detailed Instructions

1. Identify First-Person Plural Language
   • Locate all instances of “we,” “our,” “us,” “let’s,” “ourselves,” etc.
   • Pay special attention to phrases like “we recommend,” “our approach,” or “we suggest”
   • Note the context and function of each instance
2. Apply Appropriate Replacements
   • For recommendations: Replace “We recommend” with “The recommended approach is” or similar
   • For observations: Replace “We observe” with “It can be observed” or similar
   • For possessives: Replace “Our system” with “The system” or “This system”
   • For actions: Replace “We implement” with “Implementation involves” or similar
   • For collective experiences: Replace “We encounter” with “One encounters” or “It’s common to encounter”
3. Maintain Technical Authority
   • Use confident, declarative statements
   • Employ passive voice strategically, not excessively
   • Consider using impersonal constructions like “It is important to…”
   • Use third-person references when appropriate (e.g., “The developer may find…”)
4. Preserve Original Meaning
   • Ensure replacements convey the same level of certainty/uncertainty as the original
   • Maintain the original emphasis and technical accuracy
   • Keep the logical flow of arguments and explanations intact
5. Ensure Natural Flow
   • Read passages aloud after conversion to check for awkward phrasing
   • Vary replacement patterns to avoid repetitive constructions
   • Use connecting words and phrases to maintain cohesion

Example Transformations

Original: “We recommend starting with minimal pre-processing.” Transformed: “The recommended approach is to start with minimal pre-processing.”

Original: “Our system handles this by implementing a cache.” Transformed: “The system handles this by implementing a cache.”

Original: “We’ve found that this approach works best.” Transformed: “Experience shows this approach works best.” or “This approach has proven to work best.”

Original: “Let’s examine how this algorithm performs.” Transformed: “Examining how this algorithm performs reveals…”

Special Considerations

• Technical writing should maintain authority and clarity
• Avoid constructions that sound overly formal or awkward
• Balance between passive voice and active voice with impersonal subjects
• Ensure consistency throughout the document