How to build a CustomGPT
I show with easy examples how to build a CustomGPT - one to replace DeepL for translating texts and one to play an infinity of games.
Understanding CustomGPT: A Technical Exploration
OpenAI's introduction of CustomGPTs in the ChatGPT platform presents a new avenue for users to tailor AI interactions. This article aims to provide an overview of CustomGPTs, their functionalities, and practical applications.
Introduction to CustomGPTs
CustomGPTs are a feature within the ChatGPT interface, accessible to Plus subscription users under the "Explore" section. They offer two main capabilities: the integration of external APIs and the customization of chat behavior.
CustomGPTs allow for the integration of APIs, referred to as "actions". This functionality enables users to connect ChatGPT with various external services, enhancing its range of capabilities beyond standard conversational tasks.
CustomGPTs also provide the option to modify how ChatGPT interacts in conversations. This feature can be used to create specific response patterns or focus the AI on particular types of queries, diverging from its general-purpose design.
Practical Applications of CustomGPT
Example 1: Translation Service
A practical application of CustomGPT is in creating a translation service, similar to existing tools like DeepL. By customizing ChatGPT to focus exclusively on translations, users can bypass the need for specific command prompts, streamlining the translation process.
The following screenshots from GPTranslate respectively from GPT-4 demonstrate the difference of ChatGPTs behaviour:
However, this application primarily serves as a demonstration, as it does not extensively evaluate the quality of translations across diverse language pairs.
Example 2: Text Adventure Games
CustomGPT can also be adapted to create text adventures based on user inputs (see also my post ChatGPT contains an infinity of games).
This application involves restricting ChatGPT's interactions to align with the narrative and rules of a game, thus transforming the AI into a facilitator of interactive storytelling. The effectiveness of this application depends on the constraints and context provided.
And here is a screenshot from the course of the game:
Conclusion
CustomGPT offers users the ability to modify and extend the capabilities of ChatGPT. Whether it's for integrating external data sources or altering conversational dynamics, CustomGPT provides a platform for specialized applications. However, the effectiveness and utility of these customizations largely depend on the user’s implementation and the specific use case. As with any tool, the value of CustomGPT lies in how it is applied to meet specific needs or solve particular problems.
Note: I had to put the brakes on ChatGPT when writing the article with the following prompt: "Please avoid praising ChatGPT and write a more objective text."