GPT-4: The Next Big Thing

As a Full Stack Web developer and tech blog writer, I was excited to learn about OpenAI's recent announcement that their most advanced large language model yet, GPT-4, is now available to paid ChatGPT+ subscribers and within the OpenAI API.?

The early users of GPT-4 have already tweeted about their amazement as they used the model to recreate the game of Pong in under 60 seconds, create 1-click lawsuits, and turn hand-drawn sketches into websites.?

This demonstrates the model's advanced input capabilities, as it is capable of accepting both text and image inputs.

However, it is important to note that image input capability is not yet available in the ChatGPT+ version of GPT-4 or within the API. OpenAI has stated that they are working with a single partner called be my eyes to prepare this feature for wider availability.?

Additionally, OpenAI has open-sourced their framework for automated evaluation of AI model performance, called OpenAI Evals, to allow anyone to report shortcomings in their models and help guide further improvements.

While GPT-4 has superior outputs and user experience compared to its predecessor, GPT-3.5, it is not fully reliable and will still "hallucinate facts and make reasoning errors," according to OpenAI. However, the difference comes out when the complexity of the task reaches a sufficient threshold—GPT-4 is more reliable, creative, and able to handle much more nuanced instructions than GPT-3.5.

It is interesting to note that Microsoft has revealed that Bing AI has been using a tuned version of GPT-4 all along. By licensing GPT-4 for integration into Microsoft products, collaborating on joint research projects, and leveraging Microsoft's cloud infrastructure, OpenAI is nicely positioned to generate revenue while expanding its reach.

However, as with any advanced technology, there are risks and concerns associated with GPT-4's rapid development. These include misuse and malicious applications, bias and discrimination, job displacement and labor market disruption, privacy and surveillance, centralization of power and digital divide, ethical and moral concerns, and autonomous systems and accountability.

To address these risks, it is crucial for AI developers, businesses, and governments to collaborate on responsible AI development practices, robust regulatory frameworks, and transparent monitoring systems that ensure the safe and ethical use of AI technologies.

As a Full Stack Web developer, I am particularly interested in GPT-4's text-only input capabilities and how it can be used to enhance the user experience of websites and web applications. I look forward to exploring the potential of this new model and sharing my findings with the tech community. If you have tried GPT-4, please let the community know if you think it's worth the $20 a month for instant access to try out the new model's capabilities.