Work with Apps—12 Days of OpenAI: Day 11

Introduction to ChatGPT Desktop App

Overview of the Presentation

• Kevin Wheel introduces himself and his colleagues, highlighting their expertise in product development at OpenAI.

• Discussion on the evolution of ChatGPT, emphasizing its transition from a Q&A tool to an agentic assistant capable of performing tasks for users.

• The significance of desktop applications is noted, as they allow for more functionality compared to browser-based interactions.

Features of the Mac Desktop App

• John Nastos presents the fully native ChatGPT desktop app for Mac, which is lightweight and resource-efficient.

• Introduction of a keyboard shortcut (option + space) that allows quick access to ChatGPT without disrupting ongoing work.

• A new feature enables automatic context pulling from other applications, streamlining user interaction with ChatGPT.

Demonstration: Using ChatGPT with Applications

Practical Use Case

• Justin Rushing demonstrates how to use ChatGPT alongside a terminal application (Warp), showcasing its ability to assist with coding tasks.

• Emphasis on user control over data sharing; ChatGPT only accesses information from selected applications after user consent.

Command Generation and Visualization

• Justin requests a command from ChatGPT to retrieve commit statistics from a repository, illustrating seamless integration with Warp.

• After receiving the command, he asks for visual representation (bar graph), demonstrating advanced data analysis capabilities within the app.

Advanced Data Analysis Integration

Enhanced Functionality

• The integration of Advanced Data Analysis allows users to perform complex calculations and generate visual outputs directly through ChatGPT.

• Clarification on how the model interacts with application content beyond just screen visuals; it can analyze deeper data structures.

Conclusion of Demonstration

• Light-hearted commentary about the holiday-themed output generated by ChatGPT during the demonstration.

How to Enhance App Functionality with Accessibility APIs

Overview of the Sample App

• The sample app demonstrates how accessibility APIs in Mac OS can interact with Xcode, providing insights into on-screen elements such as text fields and their dimensions.

• It confirms that the text field contains 37 lines and displays its content, serving as a foundational tool for developing features.

Integrating Live Updates with ChatGPT

• A new feature is introduced to enable live updates using ChatGPT, initiated by a shortcut (Option + Shift + 1), which pairs it automatically with Xcode.

• The speaker switches to model 01, highlighting its effectiveness in solving complex coding problems and mentioning availability in Pro versions for deeper challenges.

Code Generation Process

• A prompt is given to add an observer function; the model processes this request quickly, showcasing its efficiency.

• The generated code is trusted enough to be copied directly into Xcode without extensive review before running it.

Troubleshooting and Iteration

• Initial attempts at running the code do not yield expected results, prompting discussions about potential issues and troubleshooting steps.

• After reverting changes, another attempt is made to generate code again while discussing various IDE supports like VS Code and JetBrains ecosystem tools.

Successful Implementation and New Features Announcement

• The second attempt at running the updated code succeeds, demonstrating effective integration of AI assistance in coding tasks.

• An announcement follows regarding support for three new applications: Apple Notes, Notion, and Quip. This expands use cases for working with apps significantly.

Personal Application of Features

• The speaker shares personal anecdotes about creating walking tours in San Francisco using Notion as a writing tool.

Using ChatGPT with Notion for Document Enhancement

Integrating ChatGPT into Notion

• The speaker discusses using ChatGPT to assist in enhancing a document by directly integrating it with Notion, emphasizing the importance of context for effective assistance.

• Highlighting specific sections in the document allows ChatGPT to focus on relevant content, ensuring that the generated talking points are aligned with the intended subject matter.

• To ensure factual accuracy, the speaker activates a search feature that enables ChatGPT to pull information from the web, providing citations for its responses.

Customizing Content Style

• After generating initial content, the speaker notes that it doesn't match their personal writing style and instructs ChatGPT to adjust its output accordingly.

• By analyzing existing text within the document, ChatGPT is tasked with imitating the author's voice while keeping responses concise and relevant.

Exploring Advanced Features

• The speaker expresses excitement about using advanced voice mode features in conjunction with document editing, highlighting its potential for interactive feedback.

• A personal anecdote about being a professional saxophone player leads into a discussion on utilizing ChatGPT for refining a holiday party setlist.

Interactive Voice Assistance

• The introduction of an interactive voice assistant (Santa), showcases how users can engage in real-time dialogue to refine creative projects like music playlists.

• Suggestions made by Santa include replacing songs based on user preferences, demonstrating how conversational AI can enhance decision-making processes creatively.

Feature Availability and Future Prospects

• The speaker announces that all demonstrated features have been launched and are available for users who update their MacOS apps.