How to Use Agent GPT - ChatGPT as AutoGPT
Agent GPT is basically a chatbot AI called ChatGPT on autopilot. It's like letting the chatbot run on its own to accomplish tasks. Let me show you exactly how it works. There's another tool called AutoGPT, which is more advanced as it runs on your local computer. What Agent GPT did was take AutoGPT and turn it into a website, so anyone can use it without needing coding or technical knowledge. Agent GPT can do things that ChatGPT alone can't. Let's dive into it.
Getting Started with Agent GPT
When you land on the Agent GPT website, you'll immediately see what it offers. You don't need to sign in yet; I'll show you that process shortly. The purpose of Agent GPT is to allow you to assign it an end goal that you want to achieve. It will then work towards that goal by creating to-do lists and tasks for itself. With ChatGPT, you would need to provide follow-up prompts, but Agent GPT can generate those prompts on its own. Let me show you some examples:
Example 1: Travel GPT
Let's say your goal is to plan a detailed trip to Hawaii. Agent GPT can help you accomplish that.
Example 2: YouTube GPT
If you're interested in starting a YouTube channel that teaches AI and reaching a hundred thousand subscribers, Agent GPT can guide you through the process.
Now let's go ahead and sign in to Agent GPT to explore its capabilities further.
Signing in and Deploying the Agent
To sign in, click on the "Sign In" button on the website. You can sign in using your Google, GitHub, or Discord account. Once you're signed in, you'll have limited credits to test out Agent GPT.
Eventually, it will ask for an API key, which is needed to access the full functionality. But don't worry, I'll show you how to get the API key later. For now, let's take a tour of Agent GPT with the limited credits.
Start by naming your agent. For this demonstration, let's name it "YouTube GPT." Set your goal as creating a YouTube channel that teaches AI and reaching a hundred thousand subscribers. Once you've named your agent and set your goal, you can go ahead and press the "Deploy Agent" button.
Agent GPT will take the initial prompt you provided and start generating tasks for itself to achieve the goal. It doesn't require any follow-up prompts from you like ChatGPT does. It keeps running until your credits run out. You'll see it researching and identifying AI-related topics on social media platforms, engaging with the YouTube community by responding to comments, collaborating with AI experts and content creators to produce high-quality videos, developing a content calendar, and scheduling uploads to maintain consistency and build an audience. The tasks go on and on.
Agent GPT even completes tasks on its own. It's not just creating a to-do list; it's actively working towards completing those tasks. However, please note that it currently doesn't have web access, which limits some capabilities. If you need advanced technical features, you may want to explore AutoGPT. But don't worry, Agent GPT still has a lot to offer.
Exporting and Analyzing the Results
Once you've let Agent GPT run for a while, you can export the chat as an image. This image will display the entire chat history, showing you all the tasks it has done and accomplished in a step-by-step manner. It gives you a clear overview of what it could do if it had access to all the necessary resources. You can save the image for future reference or analysis.
How to Get the API Key
If you want to continue using Agent GPT beyond the limited credits, you'll need an API key. Here's how to get it:
- Go to the OpenAI website: openai.com/blog/openai-api
- Click on "Sign Up" if you don't have an account. If you already have one, you can sign in.
- After logging in, go to the "Personal" section.
- Click on "View API Key."
- Create a new API key (make sure it's a secret key).
- Copy the API key and paste it into the settings tab on the Agent GPT website. Make sure to save the key securely and not share it with anyone.
Once you've entered your API key, you can deploy the agent again and continue using it beyond the limitations of the demo version. Just remember to keep an eye on the costs associated with API usage.
Conclusion
Agent GPT - ChatGPT as AutoGPT is a powerful tool that allows you to harness the capabilities of ChatGPT on autopilot. It simplifies the process by generating prompts and tasks for itself, eliminating the need for constant manual inputs. Although it may not have web access at the moment, it is still highly capable of achieving various goals, such as planning trips and creating YouTube channels. The ability to export the chat history as an image provides a comprehensive overview of the tasks completed.
If you're interested in exploring Agent GPT further, I encourage you to give it a try using the limited credits. Just remember to obtain an API key if you want to access the full functionality. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further assistance. Happy goal achievement with Agent GPT!
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can Agent GPT execute tasks on its own?
Yes, Agent GPT can generate and complete tasks without constant manual inputs. It works towards the assigned goals autonomously.
2. How do I get an API key for Agent GPT?
To obtain an API key, you need to sign up on the OpenAI website and create a secret key in the "Personal" section. Make sure to securely save and not share the API key.
3. Does Agent GPT have web access?
Currently, Agent GPT does not have web access. For more advanced features, you may want to explore AutoGPT.
4. Is Agent GPT free to use?
Agent GPT offers limited credits for testing purposes. However, to access the full functionality, an API key is required, which may involve usage costs.
5. Can I export the chat history from Agent GPT?
Yes, you can export the chat history as an image. This allows you to review and analyze the tasks completed by Agent GPT.
