When we think about AI and tools such as ChatGPT, we usually think about text. After all, as the name says, ChatGPT is simply Chat. However, in this article, you will see that ChatGPT is not just a text generator and that if you are at least a little creative, it can help us in various ways. Read More
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PROGRAMMING
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If someone had told me a few years ago that I would program anything, I would have laughed at them. I tried to learn programming a few times, but each time something didn’t work. I would compare my programs to a butterfly without wings. It’s supposed to be a butterfly, but something isn’t working here.
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When I found out that ChatGPT can program for us. All we need to do is give it an idea. At first I thought it was a scam, but also that I had to try it. Miraculously, I created a few games, such as the classic Pong or Snake.
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I also created some more useful programs, such as a planner or notebook.
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You can use more advanced programming languages for this purpose, such as Python, but I created my programs in a simple, straightforward Notebook application on my computer. You have one too, so you don’t have to download anything.
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What’s the coolest thing about it? You can change everything to suit your needs. If you want, you can change the colors, but also the text settings and so on.
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How does it work? Let’s imagine you are going abroad on holiday to Spain. You approach a Spanish guy because you want to ask for directions. But he doesn’t speak English and you don’t speak Spanish. So you take your phone, open Google Translate, and start talking through this tool. ChatGPT works just like Google Translate. You write a command in natural language, and it translates it into machine language, into your new program.
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Why program using AI? There are a lot of reasons: practicing prompting, having the opportunity to program something for yourself that will be helpful, or just… fun!
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LANGUAGE LEARNING
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I am not a native English speaker. I speak English well, but sometimes I feel some deficiencies in the way I speak. I felt this especially on my last trip, where I realized that my small talk was terrible… in fact, it didn’t exist at all. Then I remembered the function of talking to ChatGPT when you have the application installed on your phone… and I came up with an idea.
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I formulated this prompt:
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“Hi! I’m interested in beginning my English learning journey, specifically focusing on conversational skills. I’ve noticed small talk can be challenging, so I’m looking to practice. Your role would involve engaging in conversations with me. Feel free to introduce random topics to keep me on my toes. Let’s get started! If I make a mistake, tell me where I made it and what the correct version of what I said looks like.”
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I connected to ChatGPT and started chatting. This way, I can practice my language, and I don’t have to pay anything for it! You can try any other language too.
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JOB INTERVIEW (OR ANY OTHER INTERVIEW) EXERCISES
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The next method is related to the previous one. It also involves talking to ChatGPT to practice something. The example I’m about to present concerns a job interview, but in fact, you can use this method for various things, such as:
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- Presentation exercises – I’ve used it a few times, and it’s a game-changer. ChatGPT will honestly point out all your mistakes, but will also praise you.
- Studying for exams – This example will be useful if you are taking a certificate, finishing a course, and want to practice.
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I could mention a lot more. There are many things we can practice using this method.
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Coming back to the job interview, all we need to do is write a prompt like this:
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You are an employer conducting a job interview for the position of Marketing Manager. Please create a realistic job interview scene and act as if we are in a face-to-face interview. Ask me a series of common and challenging interview questions relevant to this role. After each question, allow me to respond before proceeding to the next question. Your goal is to assess my qualifications, experience, and suitability for the job. Let’s begin the interview.
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And we can practice our job interview with ChatGPT. How cool is that!
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CONCLUSION
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As we wrap up this series, it’s clear that ChatGPT is far more than just a text generator. Whether it’s programming, language learning, or preparing for job interviews, the possibilities are vast and limited only by our creativity. By exploring these diverse applications, we’ve seen how AI can be a powerful tool in our everyday lives, transforming tasks that once seemed daunting into engaging and manageable activities. So, next time you think of ChatGPT, remember it’s not just about chatting—it’s about creating, learning, and growing. Happy prompting!
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Marika Górska