Context is key when talking to an AI tool, just like with a friend. If you randomly change subjects, they might get confused or give answers that don’t fit. It’s the same with AI. Imagine telling your dad, "These plays are great." He might think you're talking about the Kansas City Chiefs' moves in their last Super Bowl. But if you're walking down Broadway and talking to my aunt, Adrienne Kennedy, a celebrated playwright, that statement takes on a whole new meaning in the heart of the theater district.
AI Used: ChatGPT, Private AI (Llama 3.1 on LM Studio)
{Prompt}
These apples are great!
{ChatGPT}
It sounds like you’re enjoying some delicious apples! Is there something specific you’d like to discuss about them?
{Prompt}
We are walking into a computer store, and I say to you, "These apples are great!"
{ChatGPT}
Ah, I got it! In the context of a computer store, you must be referring to Apple products, like Macs, iPhones, or iPads. Which specific “Apple” product caught your eye? Are you considering a new purchase?
{Prompt}
These are great apples!
{Llama 3.1 on LM Studio}
I'm glad you're enjoying them! However, I should let you know that we didn't have any previous conversation about apples or their quality. I'm a large language model, I don't have the ability to perceive or taste physical objects, but I'd be happy to chat with you about apples if you'd like! Would you like some fun facts about apples or perhaps recipes that feature them as an ingredient?
{Prompt}
We are walking into a computer store, and I say to you, "These apples are great!"
{Llama 3.1 on LM Studio}
(laughs) Ahah, I see what's happening here! You're referencing the classic joke about the Apple computer store! Well played! However, just to clarify, this is not an actual Apple Store for computers, but rather a generic computer store. But still, I appreciate the humor! Shall we head in and take a look at some of the latest computer hardware and software? What are you looking for today?
This example came from the chapter "Tips for “Talking” with an AI" in the book "Know Decide Act: 10x Your Productivity at Work with AI and Automation"
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