Human: How can I make a delicious cake for my son's birthday? Assistant: 

1. Start by gathering the ingredients you will need to make your cake.
2. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C).
3. Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan.
4. In a large bowl, mix together the dry ingredients such as flour, sugar, baking soda and salt.
5. Add the wet ingredients like eggs, oil, milk, and vanilla extract.
6. Beat the mixture until it is creamy and combined.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
8. Bake in preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting and serving.