Sam Altman: People Use ChatGPT Differently Depending on Their Age
CEO Sam Altman of OpenAI mentions that individuals utilize ChatGPT in various ways based on their age groups.
Usage Patterns
During Sequoia Capital's AI Ascent event, Altman observed that older individuals tend to use ChatGPT as a substitute for Google. On the other hand, those in their 20s and 30s view it as a life advisor. Interestingly, college students treat it as an essential tool, almost like an operating system.
Altman's insights were shared in an interview on May 2, which was later posted on Sequoia Capital's YouTube channel.
Unique Approaches
Youthful users of ChatGPT exhibit distinctive behaviors. They configure the tool intricately, linking it to various files and storing complex prompts for easy access. Some even rely on ChatGPT to make critical life decisions, leveraging its ability to retain comprehensive information about their social circles and previous conversations.
Altman also disclosed that at OpenAI, ChatGPT plays a significant role in code writing processes, although he didn't specify the exact proportion of code generated by the AI.
Research Findings
In a report released by OpenAI, it was noted that college students in the US emerge as the most frequent users of ChatGPT. Furthermore, data from the Pew Research Center revealed a notable increase in teenagers aged 13 to 17 using ChatGPT for academic purposes.
