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Concrete Examples to Pour Gasoline on the Flames of Your Curiosity
Steve McMichael
February 18, 2024
Table of Contents
“Insane Productivity” from AI Eh? Let’s See Some Examples
I’ve found watching Fabric in action to be pretty inspiring. Earlier I quoted David Bombal expressing his view from this interview with Daniel Miessler:
“That's what it looks like: I mean, what you're doing is insane. Normal productivity is this level and you've gone like crazy with AI.”
Seeing is believing so if Bombal’s statement sparks your curiosity I hope this blog pours gasoline on the flames.
Views expressed are my own.
Demo 1: Transcribe Audio or Video Files into Text
Input
MP4 video of me talking, unscripted (which was later uploaded to YouTube here):
App: Whisper Transcription
AI Generated Output
This text transcript:
In this video, I'll show you how to use a cool GPT called extract wisdom that I learned about in a course I took in January called augmented how to integrate AI into life and work. And this is what it looks like. It's real straightforward. You take content, put it in as an input and it extracts the wisdom out of that. And I really like that idea. It reminds me of Ray Dalio. I've talked before about these steps where he says, you know, as you try to achieve goals, you fail, you learn from that. And then that wisdom helps you elevate and get to the next level. And he has that book called principles, which are through trial and error, the key insights and pieces of wisdom that you can follow to, you know, get where you want to go. So it's all about extracting principles, extracting wisdom. And this is a neat GPT that does that. I want to show how to do it. Daniel Miesler, who's the author, who's the creator of that tool and the author of that, the unsupervised learning blog and podcast, and that course augmented, he has a YouTube video you can check out, but it's in the command line. So you might find that intimidating. If you're not set up for it, this guy right here, you can just use through an interface. So I'll show you how it works. I really like this podcast and I want to get technical. So let's extract wisdom from it. All right. So I'm going to go to the YouTube transcript. Turn off timestamps, select the whole thing and let's input that into extract wisdom and see how smart it is. I goofed. Try that again. All right, copy. Put that in. And let her rip. I'm getting a summary that looks right. While that's working, I'll show you under the hood, the prompt that Daniel Miesler included in this GPT to create this output. And he shows us what it is in the fabric project I have other videos about, where if I look at the extract wisdom pattern, we can see it's telling chat GPT to say, hey, you are a pattern or capability that extracts surprising, insightful and interesting information from text content. You're interested in insights related to the purpose of meeting of life, human flourishing, the role of technology in the future of humanity and various other things. Step one, extract a summary that we saw just producing. Next, extract 20 to 50 of the most surprising, insightful or interesting ideas. Step three, extract quotes, etc. So you can't customize this prompt that's under the hood in the GPT in the browser. But if you get into the fabric open source project, that's where you can customize it, which is super cool. So heading back here, let's see how it did. And yep, that's right. Wow. Those are some of the great ideas. Those are some of the great quotes. And those are some of the great personal habits. I'm not going to slow down to let it finish. I'll show you my comment. There's what I put on yesterday from listening to the whole thing and writing them down on a notepad. But it's chat GPT is pretty close and extract wisdom is pretty close. And I think that if I get into customizing that prompt, it'll get even closer. So give it a shot, see what you think. And hopefully that helps you get the benefits of augmentation and getting chat GPT and AI in your life. Thanks for watching and good luck.
Demo 2: Table of Contents Generator for a Newsletter or Youtube Video Description
Input
Text file from Demo 1 and this command:
pbpaste | fabric --pattern create_toc --output create_toc_exwizdemo.txtFabric Pattern: create_toc
Output
Fabric created the following:
📹 How to use GPT Extract Wisdom
📘 Ray Dalio's principles inspiration
👨💻 Daniel Miesler's creation introduction
🖥️ Command line vs interface usage
🔍 Technical deep dive into podcast
📄 Extracting wisdom from YouTube transcript
🛠️ Under the hood of Extract Wisdom
📚 Customizing prompts in Fabric project
✅ Summary and insights extraction success
📝 Comparing GPT output to personal notes
🚀 Encouragement to customize and experiment
🍀 Wishing luck in AI augmentation journey
Which I reviewed and tailored for my blog post here:
Demo 3: Summarize Into Bottom Line, Key Points, Best Takeaways
Input
Text file from Demo 1 and this command:
pbpaste | fabric --pattern summarize --output summarize_exwizdemo.txt --streamFabric Pattern: summarize
Output
ONE SENTENCE SUMMARY:
A video tutorial demonstrates using the GPT tool "extract wisdom" to integrate AI into life and work for insightful learning.
MAIN POINTS:
The video introduces a GPT tool named "extract wisdom" learned from the course "augmented."
"Extract wisdom" inputs content and extracts key insights and principles.
The process is likened to Ray Dalio's approach of learning from failures to gain wisdom.
Daniel Miesler, creator of "extract wisdom," also runs the unsupervised learning blog and podcast.
Miesler's tool is accessible via a user-friendly interface, unlike some command-line tools.
The video includes a practical demonstration of extracting wisdom from a YouTube transcript.
The underlying prompt of "extract wisdom" seeks surprising, insightful information on various topics.
Users can customize the GPT prompt in the fabric open source project for tailored outputs.
The video showcases the effectiveness of "extract wisdom" in summarizing and extracting key points.
Encourages viewers to try "extract wisdom" for personal growth and integrating AI into their lives.
TAKEAWAYS:
"Extract wisdom" is a powerful tool for learning and personal development through AI.
Customizing prompts in the fabric project can enhance the tool's effectiveness.
The tool's design is inspired by principles of learning from failure and success.
Accessibility through a user-friendly interface makes advanced AI tools more approachable.
Integrating AI like "extract wisdom" into daily life can augment learning and insight gathering.
Demo 4: Image Generator: Create a Simple, Elegant Logo From Text Input
Input #1
Text file from Demo 1 and this command:
pbpaste | fabric --pattern create_logo --output create_logo_exwizdemo.txtFabric Pattern: create_logo
Output #1 / Input #2
Create a simple, vector graphic logo that represents the concept of extracting wisdom. The design should feature an open book with a lightbulb emerging from its pages, symbolizing the extraction of knowledge and insights. The logo should be minimalist, using clean lines and limited colors for elegance and clarity.
Online Service: Midjourney
Output #2
Demo 5: Write Essay
Input
Text file from Demo 1 and this command
pbpaste | fabric --pattern write_essay --output write_essay_exwizdemo.txtFabric Pattern: write_essay
Disclaimer
A quick note about this particular pattern, and the fact that it uses Paul Graham as an example.
This should be used as a tool to help you think and formulate your thoughts, not to (sort of) plagiarize Paul Graham.
To be clear, a lot of people probably already copy his style, and that should be considered a compliment. But please don't use this to go pumping out "your own" content in Graham's voice.
The way to use this is to make your own version of write_essay, under your own username within this directory, and put in your own voice, with your own example. Or to do that in a generic way like, "Write a dry and precise technical paper about", etc.
Again, this should show you the power of using patterns in this way, but please don't abuse it.
Output
The Quest for Wisdom: How AI is Changing the Game
In an era where information is abundant, the real challenge lies not in acquiring knowledge, but in distilling it into actionable wisdom. This is a task that has occupied thinkers and leaders for centuries, from the ancient philosophers to modern-day thought leaders like Ray Dalio. Dalio, in his seminal work "Principles," outlines a process of trial and error that leads to the extraction of wisdom, which then propels us to higher levels of achievement. It's a concept as old as time, yet today, we stand on the brink of revolutionizing it through technology.
Enter the world of Generative Pre-trained Transformers (GPT), a cutting-edge AI technology that promises to automate the extraction of wisdom from vast tracts of information. A particular implementation of this technology, as showcased in a recent video tutorial, demonstrates a tool aptly named "Extract Wisdom." This tool embodies the modern quest for distilling knowledge into wisdom, leveraging AI to sift through content and highlight insights, principles, and actionable advice.
The process is disarmingly simple: feed the tool with content, and it extracts the essence, the underlying wisdom that can guide actions and decisions. This simplicity belies the profound implications of such technology. Imagine the potential of applying this to the vast expanses of human knowledge, from literature and scientific papers to daily news and social media feeds. The ability to distill actionable wisdom from the noise could accelerate learning, enhance decision-making, and perhaps even elevate our collective consciousness.
The creator behind "Extract Wisdom," Daniel Miesler, offers not just a tool but a glimpse into a future where AI aids in our quest for understanding and improvement. Miesler's work, including his unsupervised learning blog and podcast, underscores a pivotal shift in how we approach information. No longer are we mere consumers; with tools like "Extract Wisdom," we become alchemists, transforming raw data into gold—into wisdom that can inform our lives and work.
This technology also democratizes access to wisdom. Traditionally, the distillation of knowledge into actionable insights was the purview of experts and thought leaders. Now, anyone with access to this tool can mine for insights, leveling the playing field and potentially unleashing a wave of innovation and progress.
However, as with any powerful tool, its true value lies in its application. The video tutorial not only demonstrates the tool's capabilities but also invites viewers to engage with it directly, to integrate AI into their lives in a meaningful way. This call to action is crucial; technology alone cannot fulfill its promise without human engagement, curiosity, and creativity.
Moreover, the ability to customize prompts within the tool opens up new horizons for exploration. By tailoring the AI's focus, users can seek wisdom on specific topics of interest or concern, from existential questions about life and happiness to practical issues in technology and business. This customization capability ensures that the tool remains relevant and valuable across diverse domains and disciplines.
In conclusion, "Extract Wisdom" represents more than just a technological innovation; it symbolizes a step forward in our eternal quest for knowledge and understanding. As we integrate AI into our lives and work, we must do so with intentionality, aiming not just to accumulate information but to distill it into wisdom that can guide our actions and elevate our existence. In this endeavor, tools like "Extract Wisdom" are invaluable allies, helping us navigate the complexities of the modern world with insight and clarity.