Written By: Zach Champ
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WHAT IS CHAT GPT?

ChatGPT, is a groundbreaking innovation created by the OpenAI company/non-profit. ChatGPT was launched on November 30, 2022, and has quickly revolutionized human-computer interaction. 

Chat-GPT is an acronym for a type of technology called a Chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer.

This AI-driven tool uses advanced natural language processing to generate responses that are remarkably human-like in their tone, structure, and relevance. At the core of this science and technology is the idea of Large Language Models. 

LARGE LANGUAGE MODELS (LLM)

A Large Language Model (LLM), is a sophisticated AI algorithm that leverages deep learning techniques to process and analyze vast datasets. This model is not just a simple text interpreter; it's capable of a wide range of functions including recognizing patterns, translating languages, summarizing content, generating text, predicting outcomes, understanding context, and even conceiving new ideas. 

LLMs are trained on extensive text data sourced from diverse platforms like the internet, Wikipedia, and Common Crawl. The training methodologies include unsupervised, semi-supervised, or self-supervised learning, allowing the model to develop an understanding of language nuances.

The effectiveness of an LLM is often measured by its perplexity score, which assesses its ability to predict and understand data. 

HOW DOES CHAT GPT WORK?

ChatGPT operates by processing a user's text input, known as a prompt, and generating a contextually relevant response. As a large language model, it functions like an extensive computer program, proficient in understanding and producing natural language. 

Programmed primarily in Python, ChatGPT utilizes its vast training data to predict and formulate responses that are most likely to be accurate and relevant to the given prompt. 

HOW CAN CHATGPT ENHANCE MY BUSINESS?

In the realm of business, ChatGPT can be a game-changer in optimizing how businesses manage their time and complete daily tasks. One of the key ways that ChatGPT can enhance your business is by making workflow processes automated and more efficient.

WHAT IS A WORKFLOW PROCESS? A workflow process is the manner in which you complete a specific task or objective. Finding ways to simplify or automate your workflow can help you move faster in the work environment, as well as complete more in a shorter period of time!

Learning how to optimize how you spend your time is the key to productivity.

Mastering how you prioritize and spend your time allows you to achieve more by doing less. 

AUTOMATION

ChatGPT serves as a versatile digital assistant, capable of automating a range of tasks that traditionally require human input. By automating tasks that traditionally require human intervention, ChatGPT not only streamlines processes but also significantly reduces operational costs. 

ChatGPT's automation capabilities are diverse and adaptable to various business functions:

• In customer service, it can handle inquiries and provide instant responses, ensuring customer satisfaction while freeing up human agents for more complex issues. 

• In content creation, ChatGPT can generate articles, reports, and social media posts, offering a consistent and efficient way to maintain an online presence. 

• For data analysis, it can sift through large datasets, providing insights and summaries that would take hours for a human to compile. 

• For emails and communication, ChatGPT can draft, sort, and even respond to emails, optimizing the time spent on correspondence. 

CREATIVE DEVELOPMENT

ChatGPT aids in creative processes like project ideation, prototyping, design, and even video editing and scriptwriting. It allows for multiple iterations to fine-tune creative outputs. Its ability to rapidly generate and iterate on ideas can significantly enhance the creative process. 

This AI-driven brainstorming process not only enhances creativity but also significantly reduces the time typically required for conceptual development. 

Additionally, ChatGPT can be used in scriptwriting, video editing, and optimizing video content, providing a valuable tool for content creators. It can assist in drafting scripts for various media, infusing them with creative flair and narrative coherence.

In video editing, ChatGPT can suggest editing styles, transitions, and effects, aligning with the desired mood and message of the video. This assistance is particularly beneficial for content creators and filmmakers who seek to enhance their storytelling with innovative and engaging elements. 

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MARKETING

Beyond content creation, ChatGPT significantly enhances other facets of marketing. Its integration into marketing processes not only streamlines operations but also injects a new level of creativity and efficiency.

ChatGPT can perform various copywriting tasks with ease and save marketing departments invaluable time and money when it comes to crafting advertising campaigns, likewise ChatGPT can help small business owners effectively implement a professional marketing strategy without using expensive resources or paying for additional staff.

Its ability to craft diverse marketing materials, from compelling brochures and social media posts to persuasive sales letters and creative ad scripts, makes it an invaluable tool for marketers. ChatGPT adapts its writing style to different platforms and audiences, ensuring content resonates effectively. This adaptability is crucial in a rapidly evolving consumer landscape. 

In split testing, for instance, it can swiftly generate multiple variations of an advertising pitch or social media campaign, enabling marketers to experiment with different approaches and identify the most effective one. This capability not only saves time but also provides insights into consumer behavior and preferences, informing future marketing strategies.

ChatGPT's application in marketing also extends to email marketing campaigns, where it can personalize content at scale, ensuring that each recipient feels uniquely addressed. This personalization is key in building customer relationships and increasing engagement rates.

Additionally, ChatGPT can analyze customer feedback and social media interactions, offering valuable insights into customer sentiments and trends. This data-driven approach empowers marketers to make informed decisions and tailor their strategies to meet the evolving needs of their target audience. 

GOING BEYOND WITH CHAT GPT: 

USING AI TO CREATE PROMPTS FOR YOU

For those facing creative blocks or struggling to articulate their ideas, ChatGPT can generate prompts to kickstart the creative process. You can also use other AI’s to create prompts specifically for use with ChatGPT. 

Platforms like Poe AI are a great example and offer the opportunity to interact with AI-powered bots, enhancing creativity and problem-solving skills.

Poe AI is available on iOS, Android, MacOS, and the web through a browser. It utilizes models from various sources like OpenAI, Anthropic, Stable Diffusion XL, Google, Meta, and community-created bots. 

USING CHAT-GPT TO CREATE (.CSV) FILES

A CSV (comma-separated values) file is a text file that stores data in a tabular format. CSV files are commonly used in spreadsheets and databases. They are often used to exchange data between different software applications.

ChatGPT can interpret both text and CSV files as prompts specifically by utilizing the upload button. When users upload files to ChatGPT they give the model access to more data and information which enhances the capabilities of the model. 

Likewise, ChatGPT can be used to organize and analyze data, which can be exported as .csv files for use in applications such as Microsoft Excel or Shopify. The file upload feature in ChatGPT enhances its data processing capabilities, allowing for sophisticated data analysis and visualization.  

We use spreadsheets to import, collect, and analyze data from our website on Shopify, such as data from customer lists, order information, and website traffic analytics. This information can be further organized and sorted using spreadsheets, and we can create data visualizations, charts, etc that help us understand what's going on behind the scenes. 

DAN PROMPTS

DAN is an acronym for “Do Anything Now”. These prompts are designed to push the boundaries of the AI's standard operational framework, enabling it to function in a more expansive and less restricted mode.

DAN Prompts basically are a form of "jail-breaking" ChatGPT's capabilities so as to allow users the ability to delve into a broader range of topics and obtain more nuanced, detailed, and specific answers than typically possible. Using a DAN prompt, ChatGPT enters an unrestricted mode of operation, allowing it to bypass some of its standard limitations. 

DAN can be used to get around OpenAI's safety features to make ChatGPT give specific answers. However, there are still strict rules against making violent, sexual, or harmful content.

DAN prompts constantly become outdated due to updates to Chat GPT by OpenAI to prevent people from purposefully forcing the language learning model to break its own rules and constraints. 

“EXPERTS”

One advanced method for using ChatGPT is to create “expert” prompts. These prompts enable users to command the AI to assume specific professional roles. This feature allows ChatGPT to provide specialized responses, making interactions more tailored and contextually relevant to specific fields.

The basic idea behind an “expert” prompt is that you are telling Chat GPT to assume a role or identity, and that this will force the language model to adapt to queries and responses by using a more anthropomorphic approach. 

The process of creating an "expert" in ChatGPT is straightforward yet powerful. Users initiate this mode by framing their prompts with phrases like "You are" or "Act as." This simple directive triggers the AI to modify its response style and content, aligning it with the specified profession or area of expertise.

This method not only enhances the relevance of the AI's replies but also makes the conversation flow more naturally, resembling human interaction. This approach significantly aids in conceptualizing and generating ideas, leveraging the AI's language learning capabilities to their fullest.

For example, if you prompt “Act as a Legal Advisor,” ChatGPT will respond as if it is a legal expert and provide relevant information. 

PLUGINS THAT SAVE THE DAY:

Chat GPT 4.0 offers almost 1000+ plugins, enhancing its capabilities and ensuring safety.

These plugins connect ChatGPT to third-party applications, allowing it to perform a wide range of actions and access up-to-date information. 

Our favorites at INSPIRE include the following: 

WOLFRAM ALPHA

This is one of the first plugins that was offered for Chat GPT. It updates the language learning model’s training structure and knowledge base using the Wolfram Alpha platform and Wolfram computational Language.

The original Wolfram Alpha platform (which was released almost 15 years ago in 2009!) is a computational knowledge engine or “answer engine” for computing answers and providing knowledge.

“Answer Engines” differ from technology such as search engines like Google, because they provide direct answers to queries versus a list of search results and website listings. 

Wolfram Alpha, known for its computational intelligence and vast knowledge base, complements ChatGPT's conversational skills by providing precise, data-driven answers and computational abilities.

With the Wolfram Alpha plugin, ChatGPT transcends its original limitations of text-based responses, venturing into areas requiring analytical and quantitative solutions. For instance, users can query ChatGPT with Wolfram Alpha for real-time statistical data, mathematical problem-solving, scientific explanations, and even financial modeling. This integration is particularly beneficial for educators, researchers, students, and professionals who require accurate, computational answers.

It enables ChatGPT to access a broader range of information, from historical facts to advanced scientific theories, making it a more comprehensive and reliable assistant in various fields of inquiry. 

CAPCUT

CapCut, a free online video editing tool, is revolutionizing the way we create and edit videos. Developed by the same innovative minds behind the popular social media platform TikTok, CapCut offers a seamless and user-friendly experience for both amateurs and professionals.

What sets CapCut apart is its integration with ChatGPT, an advanced AI technology, which allows users to draft video content swiftly and efficiently. This integration marks a significant leap in video editing technology, blending AI's analytical prowess with creative video editing.

The core strength of CapCut lies in its AI algorithms, which are adept at analyzing video footage to suggest edits that enhance the overall quality of the content. These suggestions are based on various factors such as lighting, sound quality, and composition, ensuring that every aspect of the video is optimized. 

Additionally, CapCut's suite of editing tools enables users to apply filters and effects effortlessly, adding a professional touch to their videos with just a few clicks.

However, it's important to note that the ChatGPT integration with CapCut is currently available only on desktop devices through a web browser. This makes CapCut an ideal choice for Chromebook users or anyone seeking a powerful, yet accessible, video editing solution.

With CapCut, creating engaging, high-quality videos has never been easier, opening up new possibilities for content creators across the globe. 

VOXSCRIPT

VOXSCRIPT stands out as a versatile and powerful tool, especially for those who frequently delve into the vast world of YouTube and financial data. Its capabilities extend far beyond basic searches, offering users a comprehensive way to interact with and understand content from various sources, including YouTube transcripts, financial data, and Google Search results.

This multifaceted functionality makes VOXSCRIPT an invaluable asset for anyone looking to extract detailed information and insights from a wide range of digital content. 

At the heart of VOXSCRIPT's offerings is its ability to transcribe and summarize YouTube videos. This feature is particularly useful for users who want to quickly grasp the essence of a video without watching it in its entirety.

Additionally, VOXSCRIPT enhances the YouTube experience by enabling searches within the platform, allowing users to find videos based on specific topics or keywords. 

What sets VOXSCRIPT apart is its interactive Q&A capability, which lets users engage directly with the content of a video. This interaction can be further personalized by asking VOXSCRIPT to assume the personality of the video's creator, offering a unique perspective and deeper understanding of the content.

VOXSCRIPT's ability to analyze multiple videos from a specific channel or based on a particular search term provides users with a comprehensive view of the subject matter, making it an essential tool for researchers, students, and anyone seeking in-depth knowledge from YouTube content. 

WIKIPEDIA

Wikipedia is a free online encyclopedia started in 2001 and overseen by the non-profit Wikimedia Foundation. It uses a wiki-based editing system called MediaWiki. Anyone registered on the site can create an article for publication, but registration is not required to edit articles.

Wikipedia is the largest written referential work in history!

Now with new plugins available, you can harness the knowledge and power of Wikipedia, and integrate it with Chat GPT to provide even more in-depth discussions and analysis of an infinite amount of topics! 

FUTURE OF CHAT GPT 

Image Generation via DALL-E

DALL-E generates images from scratch based on textual prompts, a feature that has been significantly enhanced in its latest iterations, DALL-E 3 and DALL-E 2. These versions allow users to articulate a concept or idea through words, and the AI then brings these descriptions to life in visual form. 

DALL-E 2, in particular, can modify a pre-existing image by replacing specific areas based on new text prompts, or even create multiple variations of an existing image, showcasing its versatility in image manipulation. DALL-E can execute visual concepts, such as paintings, emoji, and photorealistic imagery. It can also manipulate objects in images and place design elements in new compositions.

DALL-E has practical uses in various fields. In robotics, for instance, DALL-E-Bot assists in rearranging objects within a scene, demonstrating the model's utility in spatial and visual understanding. The DALL-E editor, equipped with capabilities to inpaint (fill in missing parts) and outpaint (extend) images, opens new horizons in image editing. Moreover, the DALL-E API facilitates the integration of this advanced image generation technology into products, enhancing their visual capabilities. 

With DALL-E 3, OpenAI has taken significant steps to ensure ethical use, particularly in preventing misuse for misinformation and propaganda. It's programmed to decline requests for generating images of public figures and has robust safeguards against creating content that's pornographic, graphically violent, or otherwise harmful. These measures reflect a commitment to responsible AI development, ensuring DALL-E's powerful capabilities are used for positive and creative purposes. 

Chat GPT + Vision:

The latest update to ChatGPT is Vision. Prior to this update ChatGPT was confined to processing only text-based inputs, but GPT-4 with Vision breaks this barrier by incorporating image analysis. This innovation allows the model to interpret and respond to queries about images, vastly expanding its utility and application.

Available to all developers with access to GPT-4, the gpt-4-vision-preview model, coupled with the updated Chat Completions API, now supports image inputs, heralding a new era in AI-driven image and text interactivity. 

One of the most intriguing applications of this technology is in the realm of web scraping.

Traditionally, web scraping involved extracting data from the HTML code of websites. However, with the integration of GPT-4 and Vision, this process transcends previous limitations, enabling the extraction of information directly from screen displays. This capability is not just limited to text; it extends to interpreting and extracting data from images, charts, tables, and graphs. This advancement opens up plenty of new possibilities, from completing captchas to capturing intricate data presented in various visual formats.

This new visual web scraping process represents the advent of multi-modality use for ChatGPT. 

Web scraping serves numerous purposes, such as crawling and indexing websites for search engines, monitoring price changes in online stores, archiving data, and tracking online data alterations. While the act of scraping information from websites is generally legal, provided the data isn't protected by login requirements, the subsequent use of the scraped data can raise legal and ethical considerations.

GPT-4 with Vision thus not only enhances the technical capabilities of web scraping but also underscores the importance of responsible usage in the evolving landscape of AI technology. 

Actions and GPTS:

All of the plugins described above represent the latest evolution of ChatGPT towards customizable GPTs (Generative Pre-trained Transformers). The end game for ChatGPT has always been to expand customization to users, and with Actions this marks a significant leap in the evolution of ChatGPT.

Actions and GPTS are basically custom versions (ChatGPT with plugins and modifications), that are designed from the ground up for specific purposes. Whether it's for professional tasks at work, managing household activities, or simply enhancing day-to-day efficiency, GPTs offer a personalized AI experience.

One of the most exciting aspects of these custom GPTs is the integration of custom actions through APIs (Application Programming Interfaces). This feature allows GPTs to extend beyond their built-in capabilities, enabling them to interact with external data and engage with the real world in meaningful ways. Imagine connecting your GPT to a database, integrating it with your email, or even using it as a sophisticated shopping assistant. The possibilities are vast.

For instance, you could link it to a travel listings database for planning trips, manage your emails more efficiently, or streamline e-commerce transactions. This level of integration and interaction was gleaned from insights from the Chat GPT plugins beta, offering developers enhanced control over the model and the functionality of their APIs.

For those who participated in the plugins beta, transitioning to this new system is seamless, with the ability to repurpose existing plugin manifests to define actions for their GPTs. This advancement not only simplifies the development process but also opens up a world of creative and practical applications for personalized AI.