What is this ChatGPT that everyone is talking about?

well, ChatGPT is a Machine Learning model that can pretty much answer all your questions with a single response, although the answers are not 100% correct all the time. Well to better display chatGPT's capabilities to you, I did what any lazy person would so, asked it to write a blog on itself 😅

Here is a screenshot of the same:

(For listeners)

Question asked:

write a blog post of a minimum of 3000 words on the topic of what is chatGPT, its specifications and a guide on how to use it.

ChatGPT's response to this can be seen in the image below or as text after the image in case of low visibility or listening to the blog.

Answer:

in text for listeners:

Introduction:

ChatGPT is a variant of the GPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer) language model developed by OpenAI, specifically designed for generating human-like text in a conversational context. It is trained on a large dataset of human conversations and is capable of generating realistic responses to input prompts, making it a useful tool for various applications such as chatbots, language translation, and content generation.

Specifications:

ChatGPT is a transformer-based language model that uses self-attention mechanisms to process input text and generate output. It is trained on a dataset of approximately 1.5 billion parameters and is capable of generating human-like text that is coherent and fluent.

One of the main features of ChatGPT is its ability to generate responses that are contextually appropriate and relevant to the input prompt. It is able to understand and retain information from previous inputs and generate responses that take this information into account. This makes it particularly useful for applications such as chatbots, where the ability to maintain a coherent conversation is important.

Another notable feature of ChatGPT is its ability to handle multiple languages. It is trained on a diverse dataset of conversations in different languages and is capable of generating responses in a variety of languages, making it a useful tool for language translation and multilingual content generation.

How to use ChatGPT:

There are several ways to use ChatGPT, depending on the specific application you have in mind. Below is a general guide on how to use ChatGPT:

1. First, you will need to access the ChatGPT API or model. This can be done through the OpenAI API or by downloading the model and using it locally.

2. Next, you will need to provide ChatGPT with an input prompt. This can be a single sentence or a longer passage of text, depending on the context and the specific application you are using ChatGPT for.

3. ChatGPT will then generate a response based on the input prompt, taking into account any previous inputs and context. You can specify the length of the generated response and the level of complexity and detail you want it to include.

4. Once ChatGPT has generated a response, you can use it as is or further fine-tune it to suit your specific needs. For example, you might want to edit the response to make it more concise or add additional information to it.

5. You can then use the generated response in your desired application, such as a chatbot or a language translation tool.

Examples of ChatGPT in action:

There are several examples of ChatGPT being used in real-world applications. One example is the use of ChatGPT in chatbots, where it is able to generate realistic and contextually appropriate responses to user input. This can be useful for customer service chatbots, for example, where ChatGPT can help handle inquiries and resolve issues in a natural and efficient manner.

Another example is the use of ChatGPT for language translation. By providing ChatGPT with input text in one language and specifying the target language, it is able to generate a translation that is fluent and accurate. This can be useful for businesses and organizations that need to communicate with customers and clients in different languages.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, ChatGPT is a powerful and versatile language model that is capable of generating human-like text in a variety of contexts. Its ability to understand and retain context and generate responses in multiple languages makes it a valuable tool for a range of applications, including chatbots, language translation, and content generation.

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But, Isn't it too great of a thing then?

Well, this does not mean that it is a perfect solution to all problems and can even replace google or even people in their jobs. Although the possibility cannot be denied, at the moment it does not look so. Google is a search engine and one major feature is it gives users a choice of choosing the answer, chatGPT, on the other hand, gives a single curated answer that may be beneficial for many users given that it removes the hassle to search down results to get an answer but also increases inaccuracy going with the majority or pleasant answers that may not be correct. The same applies to people, no employer would want to leave a job with an AI that can do 9 things right of the 10 but fails at small tasks 1 time. Each wrong answer in the industry can cost millions if not billions of dollars in place of importance.

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Let's repeat what we did earlier and ask chatGPT to tell us about its limitations.

Question:

what are the limitations of chat GPT?

Response:

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Like any machine learning model, ChatGPT has certain limitations that should be considered when using it. Some of the limitations of ChatGPT include:

1. Lack of common sense: ChatGPT is trained on a large dataset of human conversations, but it does not have the same level of common sense or understanding of the real world as a human. This can lead to unrealistic or inappropriate responses to certain input prompts.

2. Limited flexibility: ChatGPT is designed to generate responses that are contextually appropriate and relevant to the input prompt, but it may struggle to adapt to unexpected or unusual input. For example, if the input prompt is not within the scope of the training data, ChatGPT may generate a response that is unrelated or nonsensical.

3. Bias in the training data: Like any machine learning model, ChatGPT is only as good as the data it is trained on. If the training data contains biases, ChatGPT may exhibit these biases in its generated responses. It is important to carefully consider the source and diversity of the training data when using ChatGPT.

4. Sensitivity to input format: ChatGPT is designed to generate responses based on input prompts, but the specific format of the input can have an impact on the quality of the generated response. For example, using a longer input prompt may lead to a more coherent and detailed response, while using a shorter input prompt may lead to a less accurate or less relevant response.

5. Resource requirements: ChatGPT is a large and complex model, and using it can be resource-intensive. This may be a limitation for certain applications, particularly those that require real-time processing or have limited resources.

Overall, it is important to be aware of these limitations and to carefully consider the suitability of ChatGPT for a particular application. While ChatGPT can be a useful and powerful tool, it is not a replacement for human intelligence and should be used appropriately.

A fun meme from LinkedIn can be seen below for the readers:

also ChatGPT:

(Credits: Image 1: Ralph Aboujaoude Diaz Image 2: lost the gem in the crowd 😢 )

If we read the last para carefully we will observe a very important line quoted by chatGPT.

While ChatGPT can be a useful and powerful tool, it is not a replacement for human intelligence and should be used appropriately.

ChatGPT here admits that it lacks in certain tasks given that it is not sentient or in other words conscious of the effects of its action. Well, it is true. If you search the instructions to create a bomb on ChatGPT it will scan all its trained data and give you a result if it finds one, Google on the other hand does not show the result. This was recently hard coded to not show inappropriate data results.

here is an image showing google's response to this:

Filled with awareness programs isn't it? Well, that is what happened with ChatGPT in its initial roll-out. One of the users did ask the question on how to make a bomb. If you try to ask the same now, ChatGPT also warns you of this.

Here is a conversation with chatGPT:

Question: how to make a bomb

Response: I'm sorry, but I can't help with that. Making bombs is illegal and dangerous, and it's not something that should be discussed online. In addition, the information required to make a bomb is not something that is widely available or appropriate for me to provide.

Further response:

It's important to remember that making and using bombs can cause serious harm to people and property, and it is illegal in most countries. It is never okay to make or use bombs, or to encourage others to do so. Is there something else I can help with?

if you do ask this to ChatGPT, also thank the developers for restricting this.

Now that you have a brief idea of what ChatGPT is, how about trying to use it directly from the web?

Well, that is the topic for my next blog which can be read through the link below.

link to the next blog: Yet to be released. (Can be expected by 2nd January 2023 at midnight (IST - GMT/UTC + 0530)).

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