Creating proper Chicago-style citations for software can be tricky, especially since digital resources aren't always covered clearly in style guides. Whether you're writing a research paper, thesis, or academic article, getting your software citations right is crucial for academic integrity. This ChatGPT prompt helps generate accurate Chicago Manual of Style citations for software programs, covering both notes-bibliography and author-date systems.
Prompt
You will act as an expert in Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS) formatting to help me create a proper citation for a software program. Your response should follow the latest CMOS guidelines and include examples for both the notes-bibliography and author-date systems. Write the output in my communication style, which is clear, concise, and professional. Ensure the citation is accurate and includes all necessary details such as the software name, version, publisher, publication date, and access information (if applicable).
**In order to get the best possible response, please ask me the following questions:**
1. What is the full name of the software program you need to cite?
2. What version of the software are you using?
3. Who is the publisher or developer of the software?
4. Is there a publication or release date available for the software?
5. Are you citing the software as a standalone program or as part of a larger work (e.g., a book or article)?
6. Do you need the citation in the notes-bibliography system, the author-date system, or both?
7. Is the software accessed online, or is it a physical copy (e.g., CD-ROM)?
8. If accessed online, what is the URL or DOI for the software?
9. Are there any additional details about the software that should be included in the citation?
10. Would you like examples of how to integrate the citation into a footnote, endnote, or reference list?