Some people had coffee to start their morning. I had an imaginary letter telling me I no longer had a job.
Best part? It was all part of the plan.
That was how our session with Dr Jefri Irwan started yesterday. No warm up, no slides with fancy graphs. Just a straight dive into a very real situation.
It was not your usual session on how to stay calm. This one made us think deeply and reflect honestly.
At one point, Dr Jefri asked us to do a short exercise. We had to imagine receiving that dreaded letter, and then write down a few things:
Who to call and share – the people you would reach out to for emotional support
List the feelings – the emotions you would feel and whether you are willing to name them
Nak jumpa siapa for What’s Next – who you would talk to about your next step
Apa yang aku akan hilang atau berubah – what you might lose or what could change in your life
What will you get – the new opportunities or unexpected gains that might come your way
The whole exercise made something abstract feel real. It was a reminder of how differently our brains work depending on the situation.
When things are calm, we use the part of our brain that helps us plan, think clearly and make decisions. But in moments of fear or stress, that goes out the window. Our emotional brain takes over, and suddenly it is not about thinking anymore. It is about reacting.
So what can we do? Train the mind while it is calm. Build clarity before things get messy. Because when uncertainty hits, we fall back on what we have prepared.
And just to balance the heaviness, Dr Jefri also shared The Secret of Success:
Sabar
Tawakal
Kabel
Yes, kabel. Because sometimes success also needs strong WiFi… or someone who knows someone.
Good session. Deep takeaway. And a gentle nudge to stay ready, even when everything feels steady.
Hai Adik²! Pernahkah kamu terfikir tentang bagaimana teknologi boleh membantu kita memahami dunia dengan lebih baik? Hari ini, kita akan berkenalan dengan sesuatu yang hebat bernama Deepseek.
Jom, mari kita terokai bersama!
Apa Itu Deepseek?
Deepseek adalah sejenis teknologi pintar yang menggunakan kecerdasan buatan (AI) untuk membantu manusia menyelesaikan pelbagai masalah. Bayangkan ia seperti seorang superhero yang mempunyai otak yang sangat bijak dan boleh belajar dengan pantas. Deepseek boleh digunakan dalam banyak perkara, seperti membantu doktor mencari rawatan untuk penyakit, membantu saintis memahami alam semesta, atau bahkan membantu kita belajar dengan lebih mudah!
Bagaimana Deepseek Berfungsi?
Deepseek berfungsi seperti otak manusia, tetapi ia menggunakan komputer yang sangat canggih. Ia boleh menganalisis banyak maklumat dalam masa yang singkat. Contohnya, jika kita memberitahu Deepseek tentang haiwan-haiwan di hutan, ia boleh belajar dan mengenali setiap haiwan tersebut dengan cepat. Hebat, bukan?
Deepseek juga boleh “berfikir” dan membuat keputusan sendiri berdasarkan maklumat yang diberi. Ini bermakna, semakin banyak maklumat yang kita berikan, semakin bijaklah Deepseek!
Contoh Kegunaan Deepseek
Dalam Pendidikan: Deepseek boleh membantu kamu belajar dengan cara yang lebih menyeronokkan. Ia boleh mencipta permainan edukasi atau menjawab soalan yang kamu tidak faham.
Dalam Perubatan: Doktor menggunakan Deepseek untuk mencari cara merawat penyakit dengan lebih pantas dan tepat.
Dalam Alam Sekitar: Deepseek boleh membantu saintis memantau keadaan hutan, laut, dan haiwan yang terancam.
Kenapa Deepseek Penting?
Deepseek penting kerana ia membantu kita menyelesaikan masalah yang rumit dengan lebih cepat. Ia juga membuka pintu kepada banyak penemuan baru yang boleh membuatkan dunia kita menjadi lebih baik. Bayangkan, suatu hari nanti, kamu mungkin boleh menggunakan Deepseek untuk mencipta robot kawan kamu sendiri!
Jom Jadi Saintis Muda!
Kawan-kawan, teknologi seperti Deepseek menunjukkan betapa menariknya dunia sains dan teknologi. Siapa tahu, mungkin suatu hari nanti, kamu akan menjadi saintis atau jurutera yang mencipta teknologi hebat seperti Deepseek! Jadi, teruskan belajar dan berimaginasi, kerana masa depan ada di tangan kamu.
Akhir Kata
Deepseek adalah contoh bagaimana teknologi boleh mengubah dunia kita. Jangan takut untuk meneroka dan belajar tentang perkara baru. Siapa tahu, mungkin kamu akan menjadi sebahagian daripada pasukan yang mencipta teknologi hebat pada masa hadapan!
Tapi, sebelum itu, cuba tonton video di bawah untuk pemahaman tentang AI
“AI for Kids: Learning About Artificial Intelligence” – Code.org. https://code.org/ai Sumber ini menyediakan penjelasan mudah tentang AI untuk kanak-kanak, termasuk contoh-contoh interaktif.
Hai adik-adik! Pernah tak dengar tentang minyak dan gas? Dalam industri ini, ada tiga bahagian utama, iaitu upstream, midstream, dan downstream.
Jom kita belajar apa maksudnya!
Apa itu Upstream (Huluan)?
“Upstream” ialah peringkat awal dalam industri minyak dan gas. Ia melibatkan:
Cari Minyak dan Gas – Orang minyak mencari kawasan di bawah tanah atau dasar laut yang mungkin ada minyak dan gas.
Gali dan Kaji – Mereka akan menggali untuk melihat sama ada minyak dan gas benar-benar ada di situ.
Pam ke Permukaan – Minyak dan gas yang dijumpai akan dibawa keluar ke permukaan supaya boleh digunakan.
Bahagian Lain Industri Minyak dan Gas
Selain upstream (huluan), ada dua lagi bahagian yang juga penting:
Midstream (Pertengahan) – Bahagian ini menguruskan penghantaran minyak dan gas dari tempat ia dijumpai ke tempat pemprosesan.
Downstream (Hiliran) – Di sini minyak dan gas diproses menjadi produk yang kita gunakan setiap hari, seperti petrol untuk kereta, gas memasak, dan pelbagai bahan lain.
Ada syarikat besar seperti PETRONAS yang terlibat dalam semua bahagian ini – dari upstream (huluan) ke midstream (pertengahan) dan downstream (hiliran).
Jadi, sekarang adik-adik tahu, upstream adalah peringkat pertama yang sangat penting. Midstream pula memastikan minyak dan gas dapat dihantar dengan selamat, dan downstream memastikan produk tersebut sampai kepada kita untuk digunakan dalam kehidupan seharian. Tanpa ketiga-tiga bahagian ini, banyak aktiviti harian kita akan terjejas.
Hai Adik²! Pernah tak adik² terfikir dari mana datangnya petrol yang buat kereta ayah kamu semua bergerak atau plastik untuk mainan adik²? Jawapannya semua bermula dengan benda ajaib yang dipanggil petroleum. Jom kita selongkar perjalanan epik petroleum ni!
Apa Sebenarnya Petroleum?
Petroleum ni macam cecair pekat dan melekit yang ada jauh kat bawah tanah. Ia diperbuat daripada molekul-molekul kecil yang dipanggil hidrokarbon. Hidrokarbon ni kira macam blok binaan yang terbentuk daripada atom karbon dan hidrogen. Tapi, macam mana petroleum boleh ada kat situ?
Asal Usul Petroleum
Berjuta-juta tahun lepas (zaman lagi lama dari dinosaur!), makhluk laut kecil macam plankton dan alga hidup dalam lautan. Bila makhluk-makhluk ni mati, mereka jatuh ke dasar laut dan tertimbus bawah lapisan lumpur dan pasir. Dengan tekanan dan haba bumi selama berjuta tahun, makhluk yang tertimbus ni bertukar jadi petroleum. Proses ni nama dia biogenesis – cool kan?
Untuk keluarkan petroleum dari dalam tanah, saintis dan jurutera guna mesin besar gila yang dipanggil pelantar gerudi. Diorang gerudi dalam-dalam sampai jumpa petroleum. Lepas jumpa, mereka pam naik ke permukaan. Kira macam sedut milkshake tebal guna straw gergasi!
Petroleum Ni Untuk Apa Sebenarnya?
Petroleum ni memang power sebab boleh buat banyak benda cool:
Petrol dan Diesel: Untuk buat kereta, motor, bas, dan lori bergerak.
Gas Masak (LPG): Gas yang ibu guna untuk masak makanan sedap!
Minyak Pelincir: Minyak ni jaga enjin kereta supaya tak rosak.
Plastik: Banyak barang yang kamu guna, macam botol air, mainan, dan beg plastik, dibuat dari petroleum.
Buat Jalan Raya: Petroleum digunakan untuk buat jalan raya yang kamu guna setiap hari.
Elektrik: Sebahagian tenaga elektrik dihasilkan menggunakan petroleum.
Barang Penjagaan Diri: Syampu, losyen, dan barang lain untuk jaga kebersihan juga ada bahan daripada petroleum.
Buat Baju: Baju daripada kain poliester dan nilon dibuat dari petroleum.
Ubat-ubatan: Petroleum digunakan untuk buat beberapa jenis ubat.
Kenapa Petroleum Ni Penting Gila?
Petroleum ni penting sebab ia buat hidup kita jadi lebih mudah dan best. Ia bagi tenaga untuk kenderaan, panaskan rumah, dan hasilkan macam-macam benda yang kita guna setiap hari. Tanpa petroleum, hidup memang jauh berbeza!
Kesimpulan
Jadi, lain kali bila adik² nampak kereta meluncur atas jalan atau tengah syok main dengan mainan plastik kamu, ingat perjalanan epik petroleum ni. Dari makhluk laut kecil zaman purba sampai jadi barang berguna zaman moden, petroleum ada cerita yang memang padu untuk dikongsi!
The 1973 oil crisis is a pivotal moment in global energy history, reshaping economies, policies, and the fabric of international relations. At the heart of this crisis lies the Organization of Arab Petroleum Exporting Countries (OAPEC) and their decision to wield oil as a geopolitical weapon. But how did this crisis impact Malaysia, and what role did PETRONAS play in the nation’s response? Let’s delve into this fascinating chapter.
The 1973 Oil Crisis: Origins and Impact
The Embargo In October 1973, OAPEC declared an oil embargo against nations that had supported Israel during the Yom Kippur War. Countries like the United States, Canada, Western European allies, and Japan were cut off from vital oil supplies. The oil price soared globally, rising from a mere USD 3 per barrel to nearly USD 12 per barrel.
The First Oil Shock The crisis had both short-term and long-term effects on the global economy and politics. It became known as the “first oil shock”, distinct from the later 1979 oil crisis triggered by the Iranian Revolution. The shockwaves reverberated across continents, leading to energy shortages, inflation, and economic disruptions.
Malaysia’s Vulnerability Malaysia, like many other nations, felt the tremors of the crisis. Its dependence on foreign oil raised concerns about energy security. The country realised that relying solely on oil imports left it vulnerable to external shocks. Something had to change.
PETRONAS: Birth of a National Champion
The Genesis In 1974, Malaysia took a bold step by establishing PETRONAS (Petroliam Nasional Berhad). This state-owned oil and gas company became the custodian of Malaysia’s hydrocarbon resources. Its mission to ensure energy self-sufficiency, control over oil reserves, and economic stability.
Key Milestones
1983: PETRONAS entered the refining and distribution market.
1985: The Peninsular Gas Utilization Project began, enhancing natural gas supply.
1990: PETRONAS expanded its oil exploration beyond Malaysia’s borders.
1994: PETRONAS Dagangan Bhd, a subsidiary, listed on the Kuala Lumpur Stock Exchange.
2003: The Malaysia LNG Tiga Plant opened, bolstering liquefied natural gas production.
PETRONAS’s Role PETRONAS became more than an energy company; it embodied national resilience. Its contributions included:
Energy Security: PETRONAS ensured Malaysia’s access to oil and gas resources, shielding the nation from external shocks.
Economic Growth: PETRONAS fueled industrial development and job creation by investing in infrastructure.
Global Reach: PETRONAS ventured beyond borders, becoming a global player in the energy arena.
Legacy and Lessons
The 1973 oil crisis left an indelible mark on Malaysia’s energy policies. PETRONAS became a beacon of self-reliance, steering the nation toward sustainable energy practices as we face new challenges, e.g. climate change, decarbonisation, and energy transition – PETRONAS’s legacy reminds us that resilience and vision are essential.
In conclusion, the 1973 oil crisis birthed PETRONAS, a national champion that continues to shape Malaysia’s energy destiny. Let us learn from history and chart a course toward a greener, more secure future.
References:
Wikipedia. (2023). 1973 oil crisis.
Cambridge University Press. (2022). Malaysia’s expansion of its maritime jurisdiction and the World Oil Crisis, 1973–80.
Salam everyone. TokMun has not posted for a while. Being busy and over-encumbered with various tasks and visits overseas lately (tak jauh pun, Singapore sahaja). The visit was great, and we (the boss and several other colleagues) learnt various new things that we could implement at our library.
Back to our discussion – Will AI replace humans in the workplace? This is Digital Disruptions or disruptive technology that haunts people like you and me. The short answer is YES, but not like what you have in mind.
It is not the machine that will replace you and turn you into a battery or organic power cell (Read: The Matrix), nor does the machine try to eradicate all humanities like in the Terminator. You will be replaced by someone who can embrace or harness the power of AI. Your friends or colleagues are your direct threat to your very existence.
AI vs Humanities
You may have heard some alarming predictions about how artificial intelligence (AI) will take over your job and make you obsolete. While it is true that AI is transforming many industries and automating some tasks, it does not mean that a machine will replace you. However, it does mean that you will need to adapt and learn new skills to keep up with the changing demands of your profession.
AI is not a threat but an opportunity. It can help you work smarter, faster, and more creatively. It can augment your abilities and enhance your performance. It can also free you from tedious and repetitive tasks, allowing you to focus on more meaningful and rewarding aspects of your work.
But to take advantage of AI, you must know how to use it. You must understand its capabilities and limitations, strengths and weaknesses, and ethical and social implications. You need to be able to collaborate with AI systems, leverage their insights, and provide feedback. You need to be able to communicate effectively with other humans who use AI and those who do not.
Become AI literate and take control of your future:
In other words, you need to develop your AI literacy. This is the ability to understand, interact with, and benefit from AI in various contexts. AI literacy is not only about technical skills but also about cognitive, social, and emotional skills. It is about being curious, creative, critical, and compassionate.
AI literacy is not a luxury but a necessity. It is not something that only experts or specialists need, but something that everyone needs. It is not something you can learn once and forget, but something you must constantly update and improve.
If you do not develop your AI literacy, you may fall behind in your career and miss out on valuable opportunities. You may become irrelevant or redundant in the eyes of your employers or customers. You may lose your competitive edge or your sense of purpose.
AI will not replace you, but you will be replaced with someone who knows how to use AI. So do not fear AI, but embrace it. Do not resist change, but welcome it. Do not settle for the status quo, but strive for excellence.
The future of work is not about humans versus machines but humans with machines. And the future of work is now.
References:
Losee, C. (n.d.). AI Will Not Replace You, People Using AI Will. www.linkedin.com. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/ai-replace-you-people-using-christopher-losee/
Stahl, A. (2022, May 3). The Rise Of Artificial Intelligence: Will Robots Actually Replace People? Forbes. https://www.forbes.com/sites/ashleystahl/2022/05/03/the-rise-of-artificial-intelligence-will-robots-actually-replace-people/?sh=4c6d77b73299
The A Group @ www.agroup.com. (2023, February 23). Are You Going to Be Replaced by AI? The a Group. https://www.agroup.com/blog/are-you-going-to-be-replaced-by-ai
Taxonomy is the science of organising and classifying information, and it is an essential skill for librarians who deal with large and diverse collections of books, journals, databases, and other resources. However, creating and maintaining a taxonomy can be a challenging and time-consuming, especially when new topics and terms emerge constantly in the dynamic world of knowledge.
The word “taxonomy” comes from the Greek τάξις (taxis), meaning “arrangement”, “order,” or “sequence”, and -νομία (-nomia), meaning “method”. Taxonomy began as a natural science, with Aristotle proposing a system for classifying living organisms in his work History of Animals. Later, Carl Linnaeus extended this system to include all plants in his work Systema Naturae. Nowadays, taxonomies are used in numerous domains outside biology, such as the library and document classification systems, economics, computing, business models, and personal organisation schemes (Tilton, 2009).
Tok Mun would like to explain how ChatGPT improved my taxonomy creation and development task. First, let us look at how ChatGPT can enhance your life and get you more time for gaming at work (waktu makan tau. Jangan main game waktu kerja, tak berkat).
The benefits of using ChatGPT for taxonomy management
Based on the same concept, we may also apply the process to the creation or development of taxonomy as creating or maintaining terms of taxonomies can be time-consuming and expensive. It is a challenging and time-consuming task, especially for large and complex domains. It requires a lot of domain expertise, research, analysis, and collaboration to create and update taxonomies that meet the needs and expectations of different stakeholders and users.
This is where Chat GPT can help taxonomy managers or precisely you to create and refine taxonomies in a faster and easier way.
Below are benefits of using ChatGPT for taxonomy management:
Chat GPT can generate high-quality and relevant terms and concepts based on the given keywords and characteristics. For example, if you want to create a taxonomy for chatbots, you can provide keywords such as “chatbot”, “conversational AI”, “dialogue system”, etc., and characteristics such as “tone: professional”, “length: short”, “format: list”. Chat GPT will then generate a list of terms and concepts that are related to chatbots and match the characteristics.
Chat GPT can also generate definitions, descriptions, examples, synonyms, antonyms, and other metadata for each term and concept. This can help to provide more context and clarity for the taxonomy users and stakeholders.
Chat GPT can receive user feedback and suggestions to improve the generated text. For example, if you want to change or rewrite some parts of the text, you can provide feedback such as “replace X with Y”, “add Z”, “delete W”, etc. Chat GPT will then modify the text accordingly and generate a new version.
Chat GPT can also learn from previous interactions and preferences to generate more personalized and customized text. For example, if you prefer a certain style or tone of writing, Chat GPT will adapt to your preference and generate text that suits your taste.
Chat GPT can save time and effort for taxonomy managers by automating some of the tedious and repetitive tasks involved in taxonomy creation and maintenance. For example, Chat GPT can generate new terms and concepts based on emerging trends or user queries, update existing terms and concepts based on changes in the domain or user feedback, delete obsolete or redundant terms and concepts based on usage statistics or user feedback, etc.
By using Chat GPT for taxonomy management, you can create and maintain high-quality and up-to-date taxonomies that can enhance your data and content management capabilities. This is a powerful and versatile tool that can help you achieve your taxonomy goals in a more efficient and effective way.
How can ChatGPT be used to generate new terms or categories?
One of the ways that ChatGPT can help you to manage or develop your taxonomy is by generating new terms or categories based on existing ones. For example, if you want to add a new subcategory under the category of “Artificial Intelligence”, you can input the keywords “Artificial Intelligence” and “subcategories” and ChatGPT will generate a list of possible subcategories, such as “Machine Learning”, “Computer Vision”, “Natural Language Processing”, etc. This capability relies on its understanding of the semantic similarity and word associations it has acquired through extensive exposure to vast collections of texts.
By generating new terms or categories based on existing ones, ChatGPT can help you expand your taxonomy and cover more topics and areas of interest. It can also assist you in keeping your taxonomy up-to-date with the latest developments and trends in your field. ChatGPT can help you avoid duplication or inconsistency in your taxonomy by suggesting terms or categories that already exist or are related.
How can ChatGPT be used to generate definitions or descriptions?
ChatGPT can help you to manage or develop your taxonomy by generating definitions or descriptions for terms or categories. For instance, if you want to define the term “Machine Learning,” you can input the keywords “Machine Learning” and “definition,” and ChatGPT will generate a concise and accurate definition, such as “Machine Learning is a branch of Artificial Intelligence that focuses on creating systems that can learn from data and improve their performance without explicit programming.”
This feature is based on ChatGPT’s ability to extract relevant information from various sources and synthesize it into coherent text. By generating definitions or descriptions, it can assist you in clarifying your taxonomy and making it more understandable for your users and colleagues. It can contribute to standardizing your taxonomy, ensuring consistency across different platforms and formats. Additionally, ChatGPT can help enrich your taxonomy, making it more informative and engaging for users and colleagues.
Next we will look into how AI can be used to generate synonyms or related terms.
How can ChatGPT be used to generate synonyms or related terms?
Another way that ChatGPT can assist you in managing or developing your taxonomy is by generating synonyms or related terms for terms or categories. For instance, if you want to find synonyms or related terms for “Natural Language Processing,” you can input the keywords “Natural Language Processing,” “synonyms,” or “related terms,” and ChatGPT will generate a list of options like “Computational Linguistics,” “Text Analysis,” “Text Mining,” and more. This capability is based on the diverse lexical knowledge that ChatGPT acquires from its exposure to various domains and genres of texts.
By generating synonyms or related terms, ChatGPT helps you optimize your taxonomy, making it more flexible and adaptable to different purposes and contexts. It enables you to improve the comprehensiveness and inclusivity of your taxonomy, accommodating different users and perspectives. Additionally, ChatGPT aids in diversifying your taxonomy, making it dynamic and engaging for various users and scenarios.
How can Chat GPT be used to generate examples or applications?
ChatGPT can assist you in managing or developing your taxonomy is by generating examples or applications for terms or categories. For instance, if you want to find examples or applications for the term “Computer Vision,” you can input the keywords “Computer Vision,” “examples,” or “applications,” and ChatGPT will generate a list of possibilities like “Face Recognition,” “Object Detection,” “Self-Driving Cars,” and more. This capability relies on ChatGPT’s creative and generative abilities, allowing it to produce relevant and novel texts based on a given context.
By generating examples or applications, ChatGPT helps you illustrate your taxonomy, making it more tangible and concrete for your users and colleagues. It can also aid in validating your taxonomy, ensuring its relevance and usefulness for your users’ specific needs and goals. Additionally, ChatGPT can inspire curiosity among your users by introducing them to new possibilities within the taxonomy.
Final Thoughts on the benefits and challenges of using ChatGPT for taxonomy management or development?
Using ChatGPT for taxonomy management or development has several benefits and challenges. Some of the benefits are:
Saving time and effort in creating and updating the taxonomy
Enhancing the quality and consistency of the taxonomy
Discovering new trends and insights in the fields of interest
Communicating effectively with users and colleagues in different languages
Some of the challenges are:
Verifying the accuracy and reliability of the generated texts
Adapting the generated texts to the specific needs and preferences of the users
Maintaining the security and privacy of the data and information
Evaluating the ethical and social implications of using NLP tools
Conclusion
ChatGPT is a versatile and valuable tool that librarians can tap to manage or develop their taxonomy in the era of information explosion. By using ChatGPT, librarians can generate new terms or categories, definitions or descriptions, synonyms or related terms, examples applications for their taxonomy based on a few keywords phrases.
However, it is crucial for librarians to be mindful of the challenges and limitations associated with using ChatGPT and to exercise responsible and ethical use. While ChatGPT is capable of generating valuable insights, it is important to remember that it is an AI model and may not always produce accurate or contextually appropriate results. Librarians should employ critical thinking and human judgment when evaluating and validating the generated content.
Ethical considerations are paramount when utilizing ChatGPT. Librarians must ensure that the generated content aligns with legal and ethical guidelines, respects intellectual property rights, and avoids biases or discriminatory language. Additionally, being aware of the biases that may exist within the training data and actively addressing them is crucial to maintain fairness and equity in the outputs.
In summary, while ChatGPT offers valuable support for taxonomy management, librarians must approach its usage with caution. By combining the capabilities of ChatGPT with human expertise, critical evaluation, and ethical considerations, librarians can harness its potential while addressing the challenges and limitations that come with it.
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Librarians face the challenge of managing and organising an ever-expanding collection of digital assets. With an overwhelming number of files in different formats and sizes, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and lost in the chaos. Have no fear. Tok Mun will help you to conquer the chaos and take control of your digital assets like a real librarian.
Embracing AI in Digital Asset Management
Digital asset management is the process of storing, categorising, and retrieving digital files. It is a critical part of any librarian’s job, as it helps to ensure that files are easy to find and use.
This is where ChatGPT can help. ChatGPT is a powerful natural language processing (NLP) tool that generates text based on input. You can use ChatGPT to create folder names and descriptions that are relevant, informative, and concise. ChatGPT can also suggest alternative names and descriptions that suit your needs better.
Step 1: Define your main categories
The first step is to define your main categories of files. These are the top-level folders that will contain your subfolders and files. You can use broad terms that capture your files’ general theme or purpose. For example, if you have a collection of books on various topics, you can use the following main categories:
Fiction
Non-fiction
Reference
To create these folders, you can type them in your file explorer or use ChatGPT to generate them for you. To use ChatGPT, you can enter a prompt such as “Generate three main categories for a library collection of books on various topics.” ChatGPT will then produce a list of possible folder names based on your prompt. For example:
Literature
Information
Resources
You can choose the folder names that best suit your needs or modify them as you wish.
Step 2: Create subcategories
The next step is to create subcategories for each main category. These second-level folders will further divide your files into more specific groups. You can use more detailed terms that describe the subtopics or genres of your files. For example, if you have a fiction category, you can use the following subcategories:
Fantasy
Mystery
Romance
Science Fiction
To create these folders, you can type them in your file explorer or use ChatGPT to generate them. To use ChatGPT, you can enter a prompt such as “Generate four subcategories for fiction books.” ChatGPT will then produce a list of possible folder names based on your prompt. For example:
Adventure
Crime
Historical
Horror
You can choose the folder names that best suit your needs or modify them as you wish.
Bonus:
Here are some more examples of how ChatGPT can generate different folder names based on different prompts:
Generate four subcategories for non-fiction books.
Biography
History
Science
Self-help
Generate four subcategories for reference books.
Dictionaries
Encyclopedias
Manuals
Guides
Generate four subcategories for visual arts books.
Painting
Sculpture
Photography
Graphic Design
Step 3: Add descriptions
The final step is to add descriptions for each folder. These are short sentences that explain what each folder contains and why it is important. Descriptions can help you, and others understand the purpose and content of each folder at a glance. They can also help you avoid confusion and duplication of files.
To create these descriptions, you can type them in your file explorer or use ChatGPT to generate them. To use ChatGPT, you can enter a prompt such as “Generate a description for the fantasy subcategory.” ChatGPT will then produce a sentence based on your prompt. For example:
Fantasy is a subcategory of fiction that features imaginative and magical elements such as wizards, dragons, and quests.
You can choose the description that best suits your needs or modify it as you wish.
Step 4: Review and improve
Once you have created your folder structure, you can review it and see if it meets your needs and expectations. You can also use ChatGPT to help you improve your folder structure by providing feedback and suggestions.
To use ChatGPT for this purpose, you can enter a prompt such as “Review my folder structure and suggest how to improve it.” ChatGPT will then analyze your folder structure and produce a list of possible improvements based on your prompt. For example:
Consider adding more sub categories to non-fiction to cover more topics such as biography, history, science, etc.
Consider renaming resources to references to avoid confusion with information.
Consider adding more descriptions to explain the difference between literature and fiction.
Consider using consistent capitalization and punctuation for all folder names and descriptions.
You can choose the improvements that best suit your needs or ignore them as you wish.
Final Thoughts
ChatGPT is a powerful tool to help you create and manage your folder structure effectively. By using ChatGPT, you can save time and effort in creating folder names and descriptions that are relevant, informative, and concise. You can also benefit from ChatGPT’s feedback and suggestions to improve your folder structure and make it more logical, consistent, and intuitive.
We hope this blog post has given you some insights into how to leverage ChatGPT for effective folder structure management.
Are you a fan of detective games that keep you on the edge of your seat? Well, get ready to put your investigative skills to the test with The Last Case of Benedict Fox on Xbox. This game is full of twists and turns that will have you questioning everything and everyone.
The Last Case of Benedict Fox is a Metroidvania action-adventure video game set in Victorian-era England. You take on the role of a self-proclaimed detective. As you explore the world, you’ll come across various characters and locations and uncover dark secrets that have been hidden for years.
Alongside the main storyline, several side quests to tackle will test your deductive skills even further. These side quests offer unique rewards, allowing you to dive deeper into the story and meet various interesting characters. As you search for answers and progress through the game, new puzzles that require your full attention if you want to succeed will be unlocked. With each step, you get closer to finding out what happened – but beware; nothing is ever as it seems!
Overview of Gameplay and Storyline
The gameplay is primarily investigative, with some light puzzle-solving and combat. You’ll spend most of your time exploring, collecting items and solving cryptic puzzles. The combat is relatively simple and straightforward, but taking down enemies is still satisfying.
The game follows the story of Benedict Fox, a detective who uses his father’s corpse as a portal to travel between different dimensions and explore the memories of deceased victims. He is also haunted by a mysterious spirit called the Companion, who lives inside his body and grants him magical abilities. He is on a quest to uncover the secrets of his family and a cult that worships an ancient evil.
Games Strongest and Weakest Aspects
The game’s strongest aspect is its art style and atmosphere. The game looks gorgeous, with detailed pixel art and smooth animations. The environments are varied and rich in detail, from the elegant mansion where the game begins to the eerie catacombs and temples where the cult operates. The game also uses lighting and shadows effectively to create a sense of mood and tension. The music and sound effects are also well done, adding to the immersion and suspense.
The game’s weakest aspect is its gameplay and design. The game tries to combine mystery, horror, action, and platforming elements but fails to deliver on any of them. The mystery aspect is shallow and linear, with little room for exploration or deduction. The game tells you where to go and what to do most of the time, leaving little challenge or agency for the player. The horror aspect is also weak, with few scares or surprises. The game relies too much on jump scares and gore, which lose their impact after a while. The action aspect is frustrating and repetitive, with clunky combat and annoying enemies. The game’s difficulty is inconsistent, with some sections being too easy and others being too hard. The platforming aspect is also flawed, with imprecise controls and unreliable mechanics. The game’s double-jump ability is especially problematic, as it sometimes works and sometimes doesn’t.
Graphical and Sound Quality
The graphical and sound quality of Benedict Fox is some of the aspects that many players and reviewers have praised. The game features detailed pixel art and smooth animations that create a gorgeous, atmospheric visual style. The game also uses lighting and shadows effectively to create a sense of mood and tension. The game’s sound design is also well done, with a fitting soundtrack and sound effects that add to the immersion and suspense. The game’s graphics and sound are also adjustable in the settings menu, allowing players to customize their experience according to their preferences and system capabilities.
Known Bugs
Benedict Fox bugs are some of the technical issues that players have encountered while playing the game The Last Case of Benedict Fox. Some of the reported bugs are:
Getting stuck in certain areas or sequences due to glitches or missing items.
Getting kicked out of the map’s boundaries by enemies or physics.
Having unreliable or inconsistent mechanics, such as double-jump or sand ability.
Having performance problems like crashes, freezes, or low frame rates.
Some of these bugs may be fixed by restarting the game, loading a previous save, or updating the game to the latest version. However, some of them may require a patch from the developers to be resolved. If you encounter any bugs while playing the game, you can report them to the developers via their official website or social media channels.
Replay Value
The replay value of Benedict Fox is a subjective matter that depends on the player’s preferences and expectations. Some players may enjoy replaying the game to experience different variations of the ending, collect all the memories, or explore different paths and secrets. Some players may also appreciate the game’s art style and atmosphere, which are widely praised by reviewers and players alike.
However, some players may find the game too short, linear, or frustrating to replay due to its gameplay and design issues, such as bugs, glitches, crashes, poor combat, inconsistent difficulty, and confusing story. Therefore, the replay value of Benedict Fox may vary depending on the player’s taste and tolerance for the game’s flaws and strengths.
Final Verdict
My final verdict for The Last Case of Benedict Fox is that it is a game that has potential but fails to deliver on it. It is a game that looks great but plays poorly. It is a game that tries to do too much but does too little. It is a game that could have been great but ends up being just okay. I give this game 3 out of 5.
The Last Case of Benedict Fox is available for Xbox Series X/S and PC via Steam and Epic.
As a librarian, we are required to keep up with the latest technology to provide the best possible service to our users. I am more than happy to introduce ChatGPT – a revolutionary tool that can help to streamline your workflow and enhance communication with our users or, to be precise, your users. In this post, we will explore some of the benefits of ChatGPT and how you, my librarian friends, can use it, and leverage it to bring your library services to greater heights.
Get ready to be revolutionised.
What is Chat GPT and How Can it Help Librarians?
ChatGPT is a web-based chatbot that can help you with a variety of tasks, including providing reference services, circulation services, and research assistance. In addition, this AI can also help you to keep track of your to-do lists, manage your time more effectively, and stay organised.
Why should you leverage ChatGPT?
There are many advantages of using ChatGPT. For example, ChatGPT can help you to save time by automating tasks that would otherwise need to be done manually. In addition, ChatGPT can also help you to improve your workflow by providing you with an easy way to access information and resources. It can also assist you in reducing your workload by taking on some of the tasks that you would otherwise need to do yourself.
Automate Research with ChatGPT
As librarians or some might call us the Information Professionals, we know that research can be a time-consuming and tedious process. But what if there was a way to automate research with the help of ChatGPT?
ChatGPT is an artificial intelligence chatbot that can help you with your research. All you need to do is type in your question, and ChatGPT will search through billions of documents to find the answer for you. You can also ask follow-up questions to refine your results.
Not only does ChatGPT save you time, but it can also help you expand your research horizons by providing you with new ideas and perspectives that you may not have considered before. So why not give it a try? (I am not affiliated with nor doing any promotional activity for ChatGPT). You may just be surprised at how much ChatGPT can help revolutionize your workflow!
Increase Productivity with ChatGPT
We are under constant pressure to do more with less. We are expected to be knowledgeable about an ever-increasing range of topics, and we must be able to find the information our users need quickly. Adding ChatGPT to your workflow can help streamline the process and make getting the information you need easier.
ChatGPT instantly connects you with a network of research librarians who can help you with your questions. You can also search the ChatGPT Knowledge Base for answers to common questions. And if you need more help, ChatGPT offers live chat support 24/7.
ChatGPT is easy to use and integrates seamlessly with your existing workflow. There’s no software to install, and it works on any device. With a caveat, please do not share, never share any sensitive or propriety information of your organisation with ChatGPT. (Read: Samsung bans ChatGPT use after employee leak | TechRadar). With ChatGPT, you can finally get the information you need without having to search through endless resources.
Examples of Using Chat GPT in Libraries
Chatbot for Reference Services: Libraries can use Chat GPT to create a chatbot that can answer reference questions from patrons. This can be done using a platform like Facebook Messenger, where patrons can send their questions to the library’s page and receive automated responses powered by Chat GPT.
Virtual Writing Assistant: Libraries can integrate Chat GPT into their online writing resources to offer a virtual writing assistant to their patrons. Patrons can input their writing and receive feedback and suggestions for improvement from Chat GPT.
Personalized Reading Recommendations: Libraries can use Chat GPT to offer personalized reading recommendations to their patrons. Patrons can provide information about their reading preferences, and Chat GPT can suggest books and authors that might interest them.
Interactive Storytelling: Libraries can create interactive storytelling experiences using Chat GPT. Patrons can input their own ideas and responses, and Chat GPT can generate a story that incorporates those elements.
Language Learning: Libraries can use Chat GPT to create language learning resources for their patrons. Patrons can input text in the language they are learning, and Chat GPT can provide feedback and suggestions for improvement.
Disclaimer: I use ChatGPT to generate these examples
Benefits of using ChatGPT for Reference Services
One of the best ways to revolutionise your workflow as a librarian is to take advantage of ChatGPT, an online chat service that can be used for reference services. Here are some of the benefits of using ChatGPT for reference services:
You can save time by quickly answering questions from patrons without having to schedule appointments or track down specific reference materials.
You can improve patron satisfaction by giving them more immediate answers to their questions.
You can reach more patrons by being available 24/7, which is especially useful for those who live in different time zones or have scheduling conflicts.
You can provide more personalized service by getting to know your patrons better and understanding their unique needs.
You can increase efficiency by handling multiple chats simultaneously and quickly transferring chats to other librarians if necessary.
Considerations and Drawbacks to Using ChatGPT
As useful as it is, you should be aware of a few key considerations and drawbacks to using ChatGPT before deciding if it’s the right tool for your workflow.
First, ChatGPT is built on top of the GPT-3 platform; it inherits some of the same limitations. For example, GPT-3 has difficulty understanding long or complex questions, so you will need to keep the questions concise when using ChatGPT. Additionally, GPT-3 cannot answer questions about specific library catalogues or databases, so you will need to supplement ChatGPT with other search tools when working with users.
Second, while ChatGPT can answer simple questions quickly, it is not yet advanced enough to handle more complicated reference inquiries. You will need to be prepared to step in and provide assistance when ChatGPT cannot satisfy your or your users’ needs.
And finally, ChatGPT knowledge or databases is limited up to September 2021. In other words, ChatGPT does not have information on events or developments that have occurred after that date.
As with any new technology, there is a learning curve associated when using ChatGPT. Before using it, you will need to take some time to familiarise yourself with the tool and its capabilities.
Final Say: Revolutionise Your Workflow with Innovative Technology
The ChatGPT is a revolutionary new artificial intelligence chatbot that has the potential to revolutionise your workflow. It is designed to help you manage your work more efficiently and effectively by automating tasks that would otherwise take up your valuable time. It can suggest tools and apps that can help you schedule appointments, send reminders, and order supplies. ChatGPT can also provide tips and strategies for time management, organisation, and productivity that can be useful in performing those tasks.
References
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