Automating Tasks with ChatGPT

Introduction

• ChatGPT can automate tasks effectively if used correctly.
• Avoid time-wasting activities like copying and pasting between applications.
• Stay within ChatGPT to retrieve and send information efficiently.

Main Goals

• Demonstrate how to retrieve and send information directly through ChatGPT.
• Cover topics such as sending emails, updating Google Sheets, creating Google Docs, and analyzing PDFs without leaving the ChatGPT interface.

Importance of Automation

• AI should save time; if not, the process is not optimized.
• AI Foundations community is designed to enhance efficiency and productivity in daily tasks.
• Learning to leverage AI can help in personal and professional tasks.

Understanding ChatGPT Integration

• Red Line: Represents getting information from external applications (GET requests).
• Blue Line: Represents performing actions on other applications (POST requests).

Examples

• GET Request: Example includes querying the number of new emails from Gmail.
• POST Request: Example includes writing a story and sending it to Google Docs.

Creating an Automated System

Step 1: Create Your GPT

• Define a name, description, profile picture, instructions, and conversation starters for your GPT.

Step 2: Set Up Automation

• Utilize Make.com to create webhooks and automate workflows.
• Example: Automate LinkedIn posts by aggregating news articles and creating posts in ChatGPT.

Step 3: Create and Test GPT Actions

• Use Schema Ninja to generate schemas for GET and POST requests.
• Create webhooks in Make.com and connect them to your ChatGPT.
• Test the system by retrieving articles and generating LinkedIn posts.

Advanced Automation

• Optionally add POST request capabilities to send information like LinkedIn posts.
• Edit instruction sets to format data correctly for POST requests.

Tools and Resources

• Schema Ninja GPT: Assists with creating schemas for various requests.
• Make.com: Tool for creating scenarios and automations.
• RSS.app: Aggregates news articles from multiple sources.

Tips for Success

• Ensure correct mapping of data in webhook responses.
• Revise schemas as needed to reflect the data transfer goals.

Conclusion

• Efficient use of AI and automation tools can save significant time and enhance productivity.
• Joining communities like AI Foundations can provide valuable resources and support.

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