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首次使用 ChatGPT,感觉很好

 

南伊，2023年1月16日，周一

 

人工智能（AI）的发展真是突飞猛进，新技术不断涌现，让人应接不暇。早就听说 ChatGPT 是 OpenAI 开发的智能对话机器人程序，功能很强大。自去年十一月三十日推出以来，ChatGPT 引起了科技界的广泛关注，用户好评如潮；OpenAI 的市值上周涨到 290 亿美元。今天是联邦假日，不用上班，终于有时间注册了一个 ChatGPT 用户，测试它的功能。

 

总体的印象是，这个对话机器人程序真的具备相当高的智能水平，与它的对话很顺利，感觉良好。本人认为它将推动下一波 AI 科技应用的飞跃发展，或许会影响人类生活的各个方面。下面把我今天进行的测试 ChatGPT 过程和对话总结如下。

 

寒假期间我到位于西弗吉尼亚州的哈珀斯费里国家历史公园一游，对约翰·布朗这个在美国内战前夜的人物印象颇深。有人说约翰·布朗是英雄，有人则骂他是坏蛋；有人说他是信仰坚定的废奴运动领袖，有人则说他是非理性的狂热分子。那么，我想先看看 ChatGPT 如何看待约翰·布朗，所以我问的第一个问题是：I recently visited Harpers Ferry and was impressed by the story of John Brown. What do you think of John Brown? 

 

在不到一秒钟的时间里，ChatGPT 就给出了下面的答案：

John Brown was a abolitionist and militant who advocated for the immediate abolition of slavery in the United States in the mid-19th century. He is best known for his raid on Harpers Ferry, a federal armory in Virginia in 1859, in an attempt to spark a widespread slave rebellion, which failed, and he was captured and executed.

John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry was a significant event in the lead-up to the American Civil War. It increased tensions between the North and the South and helped to solidify support for the abolitionist movement. His actions also helped to rally anti-slavery sentiment in the North and further divided the country.

John Brown's actions have been viewed differently by different people through time. Some see him as a hero who was willing to sacrifice his life for the cause of ending slavery, while others see him as a radical and a terrorist who used violence to achieve his goals. His raid on Harpers Ferry was a catalyst for the Civil War, and his execution was a major event that helped to push the country towards war.

It's important to note that opinions on historical figures are often shaped by the perspective of the observer, and that historical figures are complex individuals whose actions and beliefs can be interpreted in various ways. John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry and his execution were certainly significant events in the lead-up to the Civil War and his name is remembered in the American history as one of the most controversial figures of the abolitionist movement.

这个答案显得冠冕堂皇，客观公允，仿佛是从教科书里抄来的。回答这样的问题也许不需要什么智能，只需要在答案库中有足够的资料就行。下面我想让 ChatGPT 给我写一首诗，从而展现它所具有的创造性。我为 ChatGPT 提供了一个本地下大雪的背景，要求它写出一首诗来。

 

Could you write a poem about a big snow in my area? it is more than 1.5 foot of snow. Schools are closed, and traffic is bad.

面对这个问题，ChatGPT 花了大约两秒钟的时间，就写出了如下的诗歌：

 

A blanket of snow so pure and white

Falls from the sky in the middle of the night

It covers the streets and the trees

A winter wonderland, if you please

The schools are closed, the traffic is slow

But we can't help but watch the snowfall aglow

Each flake a unique and fragile thing

Dancing on the wind, on its own wing

The snow keeps falling, it's more than a foot

A big snowstorm, it's hard to refute

It's hard to leave the house or drive

But the beauty of the snow, it's hard to contrive

The shovels and plows are working hard

To keep the roads clear, to make a path

Though it's a struggle, it's worth the fight

To see the snow shining in the streetlight

The snow may cause trouble and delay

But it's a reminder of the simple beauty of winter's way

The snow is a gift, a pure delight

A reminder of the magic of the winter night.

说实在的，这首诗写得还不错。除了诗之外，ChatGPT 还在诗歌的后面附加了一段话：

It's important to note that while this poem describes the general feeling and imagery of a big snow, it may not accurately reflect the specific conditions in your area. Also, it's important to be safe and follow the recommendations of the local authorities during a big snowfall.

这段话虽然有点画蛇添足，但是这种提醒似乎也有道理。我想进一步考考 ChatGPT 再写一首诗来看看它有什么写诗的套路。

 

What is the joy of ski? I saw so many children playing in my neighborhood, in the local park, where there is a long slop. Could you write a poem for this scene? 面对我的这个问题， ChatGPT 仅用了一秒钟就开始逐行打印出它写的诗歌：

 

The joy of ski, is a feeling divine

Sliding down the mountain, in a steady line

The cold air in your face, the snow at your feet

A feeling of freedom, so hard to beat

The children are playing, in the local park

Their laughter echoes, in the chilly dark

They're on skis, or sleds, or inner tubes

Their excitement is contagious, it's hard to refuse

The slope is long, and the snow is deep

They're gliding down, in one smooth sweep

Their cheeks are rosy, their eyes are bright

Their spirits are lifted, it's a beautiful sight

The joy of ski, is the thrill of the ride

The wind in your hair, the snow by your side

It's the feeling of weightlessness, of pure delight

It's a moment of pure joy, a moment just right

It's the memories made, with family and friends

The fun had, that never ends

The joy of ski, is a feeling unique

A winter wonderland, that makes you feel free

在这首诗歌之后，ChatGPT 还不忘加上那一段“画蛇添足”提醒段落： 

It's important to note that this poem describes the general feeling and imagery of children playing in the snow while skiing, but it may not accurately reflect the specific conditions in your area. Also, it's important to be safe and follow the recommendations of the local authorities, and make sure that the children have the right equipment and supervision.

应该说，这个对话机器人写出的诗歌还说得过去。但是，它能否有自己的特性？它能够根据对作者的限制而产生出语气不同的诗歌？所以，我又提出了这样的问题：Could you rewrite the poem in the tone of a 10-years-old child? 很快，ChatGPT 就给出了答案： 

 

The joy of ski, it's so much fun

Sliding down the hill, it's like we've won

The cold air in our face, the snow on our boots

It's like we're flying, without any roots

We're playing in the park, with our friends

We're laughing and shouting, until the very end

We're on skis or sleds, or inner tubes

It's the best day ever, it's like we're in a muse

The slope is long, and the snow is deep

We're going fast, it's like we're in a leap

Our cheeks are red, and our eyes are bright

We're having the best time, it feels just right

The joy of ski, it's the best thing ever

Going down the hill, it's like we have a treasure

The wind in our hair, the snow on our face

It's like we're on top of the world, in this special place

It's the memories we make, with our family and friends

The fun we have, that never ends

The joy of ski, it's the best feeling yet

It's like we're in a dream, and we're not done yet!

当然，它还是没有忘记加上下面的套话：

It's important to note that this poem is written from the perspective of a 10-year-old child, and it's an interpretation of the fun and excitement of skiing for this age group. It's also important to be safe and follow the recommendations of the local authorities, and make sure that the children have the right equipment and supervision.

简单总结一下，ChatGPT 的速度快，回答准确度高，具有一定的智能水平。它为高等教育的老师们提出了一个挑战：学生用 ChatGPT 生成他们作业的答案，比如编程代码和论文，这样做算不算作弊？

 

像 ChatGPT 这样的智能对话机器人程序有极为广阔的应用前景。比如，它可以作为办公软件（微软的 Word, PPT, 等）的插件，为写报告和文件提供草稿。现在人工智能软件已经可以从文本产生图形和影像，加上 ChatGPT 就可以完成电影、动画、曲艺节目自动生成。准确高效的对话机器人也是提供客户服务的重要工具，它在餐饮、医疗、咨询行业会有更多的应用。

 

南伊，2023年1月16日，周一