Dilbert cartoon first published on Saturday 31st May 2008
Dilbert//6986, first published eighteen years ago on Saturday 31st May 2008
Tags
company news letter compile beta test in memorium newsletter
Official transcript
The Boss says, "Wally, are you busy?"
Wally says, "Yes, I'm reading the 'In Memoriam' section of our company newsletter."
The Boss says, "When you're done, can you compile the beta test results?"
Wally says, "Sure. Just as soon as I get the data from... Larry."
originally published on dilbert.com
Open source transcript
WALLY, ARE YOU BUSY?
YES, I'M READING THE "IN MEMORIAM" SECTION OF OUR COMPANY NEWSLETTER.
WHEN YOU'RE DONE, CAN YOU COMPILE THE BETA TEST RESULTS?
SURE. JUST AS SOON AS I GET THE DATA FROM ... LARRY.
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AI Analysis
Comic Strip Title: "Beta Test Results"
Summary:
The comic strip depicts a conversation between two office workers, Wally and Larry. The conversation begins with Wally asking Larry if he is busy, to which Larry responds that he is reading the "In Memoriam" section of the company newsletter. Wally then asks Larry to compile the beta test results when he is done, and Larry agrees.
Key Points:
- Wally asks Larry if he is busy.
- Larry is reading the "In Memoriam" section of the company newsletter.
- Wally asks Larry to compile the beta test results when he is done.
- Larry agrees to do so.
Humor:
The humor in this comic strip comes from the unexpected twist on the typical office conversation. Instead of discussing work-related topics, Wally and Larry are engaged in a lighthearted and personal conversation. The use of the "In Memoriam" section of the newsletter adds a touch of irony and humor to the scene. Overall, the comic strip pokes fun at the mundane aspects of office life and the ways in which coworkers can connect on a personal level.
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