The latest showstopper in the world of technology is ChatGPT. Many of you may have heard of it, but before we dive into its implications, let us learn a little bit more about what it is, what it can do, and even what it cannot- currently.
ChatGPT is a highly advanced language-processing AI model. This program takes input, uses its trained language processing abilities to understand it with greater depth than most, if not all, NLP (natural language processing) artificial intelligence programs so far, and generates the output from the data it has been trained on and contains, also in text form.
It is to note that ChatGPT’s output is limited to text, whether in English sentences or code in python. In a more straightforward sense, it has been trained on or taught 570 GB of language data, with 300 billion words as input.
Given that the plethora of human and programming languages are used in the functioning of essentially every field and their applications, on some level, the program has massive implications.
It is already being used in creative ways to handle a variety of tasks. From helping solve crosswords to helping plan for different types of parties. This has been done by describing the challenge or task to ChatGPT and then providing the information that needs to be resolved.
For example, one user asked for recommendations for organizing a party. Various options were requested, from an outdoor party to an intimate gathering. ChatGPT provided ideas for each. An everyday practical use for this NLP AI is evident for students and teachers alike. ChatGPT has the ability to summarize large amounts of information according to specific requirements. For example, one can copy a paragraph from study material into ChatGPT’s input field and ask it to separate keywords or to rephrase it into 150 words. But this barely scratches the surface of the program’s abilities.
ChatGPT can create basic website pages, write captions, correct grammar, convert text into emojis and even fix bugs in Python code. All the user has to do is open a chat box and enter instructions.
The implications of such technology go far deeper. While many feel ChatGPT is a threat to employment, we have always believed in using advanced technologies to augment our products and services.
Here are three technologies we work with that ChatGPT fundamentally impacts:
AI
Of course, being one of the most advanced Artificial Intelligences developed so far, ChatGPT is likely to lead to further breakthroughs in various branches of AI, especially in natural-language processing.
Machine Learning
Learning what has worked and what can be done better in machine learning processes used in ChatGPT’s training will undoubtedly boost an understanding of ML worldwide.
Big Data
ChatGPT demonstrates an ability to understand and simplify vast amounts of data and present it to the user in an effective manner. The algorithms and systems behind this will revolutionize how big data can be handled, analyzed, and interpreted and make such capabilities accessible even to employees not trained in the niche of data science.
ChatGPT is a game-changing development in the field of technology. And just like other technologies, its wise use will lead to a better and brighter future.
