"In an AI world, you type 'how to change a tire' and ChatGPT simply explains how to change a tire to you."
Speaking of semantics vs syntax, there's no simple way to explain how to transform an object from being a tire into being me. That's a very complex process. And how would ChatGPT know that what you wanted to change a tire into was me? The inquiry was open-ended.
"In an AI world, you type 'how to change a tire' and ChatGPT simply explains how to change a tire to you."
Speaking of semantics vs syntax, there's no simple way to explain how to transform an object from being a tire into being me. That's a very complex process. And how would ChatGPT know that what you wanted to change a tire into was me? The inquiry was open-ended.
It may be clumsy, but your interpretation of an alternate meaning is incorrect. If I wanted a tire to become me, I'd say "How to change a tire into me." I'm sure there are better examples out there; this isn't one of them.
Basically, GPT is using Bayesian statistics to fill the role of "model of the Universe". It is possible to imagine some surreal anime art piece where a tire transforms into a human being, but the overwhelming percentage of inquiries with the phrase "how to change a tire to you" will, in the wider context, refer to the act of replacing a (presumably damaged) tire with another one. However if we are a tad more precise with our language - as we would be discussing this with another human-- GPT has no trouble with the concept (see transcript below)
ME: Can you explain how to change a tire to me?
GPT: Sure! Here are the basic steps for changing a tire:
Find a safe place to change your tire, away from traffic.
Turn on your hazard lights to warn other drivers.
Use your car's jack to lift the vehicle off the ground. The jack should be placed on a solid surface and under the designated jack point on your car (consult your vehicle's owner's manual if you're unsure where this is).
Use a lug wrench to remove the lug nuts that hold the flat tire in place. Turn them counter-clockwise to loosen them.
Carefully remove the flat tire and put on the spare tire, making sure it's facing the correct direction.
Replace the lug nuts and tighten them by turning them clockwise.
Lower the vehicle back to the ground using the jack.
Use the lug wrench to give the lug nuts an extra tightening.
Remove the jack and tools from the car.
Check the tire pressure on the spare tire and inflate if needed.
Remember, your spare tire is not meant to be driven on for long distances. Get your flat tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible.
ME: Can you explain to me how to transform into a tire?
GPT: I'm sorry, but it is not possible for a human being to physically transform into a tire. Tires are inanimate objects and humans are living organisms with a different physical structure. The statement is not based on any scientific or biological facts.
Addendum: it strikes me that when we get videoGPTX, and ask it to create a video showing a tire transforming into a human being, it will gladly oblige...
"In an AI world, you type 'how to change a tire' and ChatGPT simply explains how to change a tire to you."
Speaking of semantics vs syntax, there's no simple way to explain how to transform an object from being a tire into being me. That's a very complex process. And how would ChatGPT know that what you wanted to change a tire into was me? The inquiry was open-ended.
It may be clumsy, but your interpretation of an alternate meaning is incorrect. If I wanted a tire to become me, I'd say "How to change a tire into me." I'm sure there are better examples out there; this isn't one of them.
You had me there for a second or two...
Basically, GPT is using Bayesian statistics to fill the role of "model of the Universe". It is possible to imagine some surreal anime art piece where a tire transforms into a human being, but the overwhelming percentage of inquiries with the phrase "how to change a tire to you" will, in the wider context, refer to the act of replacing a (presumably damaged) tire with another one. However if we are a tad more precise with our language - as we would be discussing this with another human-- GPT has no trouble with the concept (see transcript below)
ME: Can you explain how to change a tire to me?
GPT: Sure! Here are the basic steps for changing a tire:
Find a safe place to change your tire, away from traffic.
Turn on your hazard lights to warn other drivers.
Use your car's jack to lift the vehicle off the ground. The jack should be placed on a solid surface and under the designated jack point on your car (consult your vehicle's owner's manual if you're unsure where this is).
Use a lug wrench to remove the lug nuts that hold the flat tire in place. Turn them counter-clockwise to loosen them.
Carefully remove the flat tire and put on the spare tire, making sure it's facing the correct direction.
Replace the lug nuts and tighten them by turning them clockwise.
Lower the vehicle back to the ground using the jack.
Use the lug wrench to give the lug nuts an extra tightening.
Remove the jack and tools from the car.
Check the tire pressure on the spare tire and inflate if needed.
Remember, your spare tire is not meant to be driven on for long distances. Get your flat tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible.
ME: Can you explain to me how to transform into a tire?
GPT: I'm sorry, but it is not possible for a human being to physically transform into a tire. Tires are inanimate objects and humans are living organisms with a different physical structure. The statement is not based on any scientific or biological facts.
Addendum: it strikes me that when we get videoGPTX, and ask it to create a video showing a tire transforming into a human being, it will gladly oblige...
https://openai.com/dall-e-2/ can generate a picture based on "a tire transforming into a human being." The image is not convincing.
It does not do a good job with "a wooden doll such as Pinocchio transforming into a human being" either. Maybe it is off day for dall-e-2.
Not a good job on this one either: "From the Greek myth, show the statue of Galatea made by Pygmalion coming to life."