Lecture on GPT Store and Building GPTs
Introduction
- GPT Store Release: Analogous to Apple's App Store launch in 2008.
- Learning Curve: Skills for GPT Store can be learned in hours, unlike years needed for app development.
- Importance: Opportunity for passive income by creating valuable GPTs.
- Presenter: Liam Otley, AI agency owner (Morningside AI) and community leader for AI agency owners.
Overview of the Lecture
- Foundation: Understanding GPTs and their potential.
- Skills: Necessary skills to succeed as a GPT developer.
- Creation: Step-by-step guide to creating and deploying a GPT.
Chapter One: Foundation
What are GPTs?
- Definition: Customized versions of ChatGPT for specific tasks or audiences.
- Examples: Canvas GPT, Grimoire, Designer GPT.
- Three Ingredients: Prompting, Knowledge, Actions (Tools).
Understanding the GPT Market
- Early Opportunities: Similar to early web, app development, Facebook/Google ads, TikTok.
- Revenue Sharing: OpenAI promises to pay for most valuable GPTs, though details are pending.
- Monetization Strategies: Beyond OpenAI payments, create GPTs for businesses, websites, etc.
AI Agents
- Definition: AI agents can perform actions beyond text responses.
- Market Shift: Increased demand for AI agents with tools and knowledge.
Chapter Two: Skills
1. Market Research & Use Case Identification
- Key Points: Identify valuable and unique GPT use cases using experience, conversations, and internet research.
- Tools: Gummy Research for market insights.
2. Data Sourcing, Preparation, & Curation
- Types of Data: Public, Hidden, Private.
- Tools: Python for web scraping, Google Sheets for data curation.
3. Prompt Engineering
- Importance: Quality of prompts determines output quality.
- Resources: Beginner and advanced prompt engineering guides by the presenter.
4. Tool Creation
- Definition: Tools enable GPTs to perform actions; can be existing APIs or custom-built.
- Platforms: RapidAPI, Relevance AI, Zapier for no-code tool creation.
5. GPT Marketing
- Importance: Marketing essential for GPT adoption and usage.
- Strategies: Use social media, create landing pages, and leverage existing audience.
Chapter Three: Creation
Creating a GPT
- Use Case: Stock Investing Assistant based on Charlie Munger's principles.
- Steps: Define prompt, upload knowledge documents, create and test tools using APIs and Relevance AI.
- Publishing: Save, test, and publish on GPT Store.
Extending GPTs Beyond ChatGPT Site
- Platforms: Deploy GPTs on websites, Slack, WhatsApp, etc.
- Tools: Agentive platform for easy deployment and management.
Deployment Example
- Website Integration: Voiceflow template for embedding GPTs on websites.
Conclusion
- Key Takeaways
- AI agent creation is a valuable skill for 2024.
- Beyond the GPT Store, businesses need custom AI agents.
- Utilize platforms like Agentive for deployment.
- Action Steps: Research use cases, create GPTs, pick a niche, build a profile, deploy on websites.
- Resources: Subscribe to the presenter’s channels for more guides and community support.
Final Notes: Invest time in learning and creating GPTs to leverage early opportunities for significant returns. Engage with the community for ongoing support and updates.