A Guide to AI Tool Libraries: Where to Find the Perfect AI?

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What Are These Databases?

With the rapid growth of the ever-expanding universe of AI technologies, a number of tools were designed to tackle various tasks, from data analysis to content creation and beyond. This explosion of tools makes finding a perfect solution for your needs sound like an exhausting and lengthy task. Navigating this landscape can be overwhelming, this is where AI tool databases come in. These libraries of a kind serve as centralised repositories created to help users find the right AI solution for their specific needs. In this post, I’ll explore some popular options that I have had an experience with and share why “There’s An AI For That” (TAAFT) is my personal favourite.


The Options and What They Offer

1. TopAI.Tools. Established in 2019 and with a current database of 5,110+ tools, TopAI.Tools’ main focus is on displaying various AI tools tagged based on area of expertise and value. I found the offered interface to be rather user-friendly but the platform primarily centres on presenting a list of tools and lacks more extensive smart search functionalities, description and information on each tool.

2. FutureTools.io. Launched in 2020, FutureTools.io currently offers a database of 2,323 tools. It focuses on organising AI tools into categories, provides basic descriptions as well as information on pricing models and shows user ratings. However, it falls short of offering detailed search features.

3. Phygital Plus Library. In existence since 2021, this platform is limited in scope, with only 1,600+ tools, and mainly focuses on AI tools related to digital and physical products. It doesn’t offer as much information or user reviews compared to others but has an extensive search filtering feature.

4. There’s An AI For That (TAAFT). Founded in 2018, TAAFT boasts the most comprehensive database of over 8,831 AIs available for more than 2,311 tasks. It also has a smart AI search functionality that allows users to find the best AI tools for any use case quite effortlessly.


The Winner

As I mentioned previously, There’s An AI For That is my absolute favourite, and let me tell you why: 

1. Comprehensive Database: With a huge database of almost 9,000 tools, TAAFT has the most extensive list of AI tools, making it a one-stop shop for all your AI needs.

2. Smart Search: The platform’s smart search functionality is a game-changer. It allows the users to filter in the best possible way and find the most suitable tools quickly.

3. User-Friendliness: TAAFT’s interface is the most intuitive which makes it incredibly easy to navigate through a plethora of options.


Conclusion

Navigating through the world of AI tools can be daunting but databases like the above make the journey much more enjoyable and easy. While each of these databases has its benefits, “There’s An AI For That” definitely stands out. I hope my personal recommendation will serve as a useful guide in your own AI journey! Time to explore!

Feel free to share your thoughts and experiences with these AI tool databases in the comments section below!


References

1. There’s An AI For That. https://theresanaiforthat.com/

2. TopAI.Tools. https://topai.tools/  

3. FutureTools.io. https://www.futuretools.io/  

4. Phygital Plus Library. https://library.phygital.plus/

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ChatGPT Plugins: The Doom or The Boom?

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The Promise of Plugins

The emergence of ChatGPT plugins has been a turning point in the realm of conversational AI. Not only do plugins enhance the built-in capabilities of ChatGPT but also expand the horizons of possibilities. The plugins have significant implications for various industries and sectors. However, as with any AI advancement, there are both pros and cons to consider. In this blog post, I delve deeper into my personal experience with ChatGPT plugins, discuss their real-world applications, and explore the ongoing debates surrounding their usage. 

What are Plugins?

Currently, the plugins are only available in the Plus version of ChatGPT. In a nutshell, they are technically software add-ons that extend the existing capabilities of the original ChatGPT model. Plugins can serve a variety of purposes and can connect the model to external data sources, thus, increasing the accuracy of responses. They are not developed by the OpenAI itself, but rather are enhancement tools made by human beings and “submitted” into the ChatGPT ecosystem. For instance, the plugins can enable ChatGPT to draft emails, conduct web searches, summarise documents etc.

The User Experience

My personal journey with ChatGPT plugins started very recently, way after they were introduced. Yet, the experience has been quite enlightening. Not only have these plugins made my interactions with ChatGPT more dynamic but have also allowed for my productivity and efficiency to skyrocket. Though there are only around 1,000 of them available, I am very far from having explored all of them. Among the ones I have had the pleasure of working with, a few have stood out due to their utility in my personal and professional lives:

1. KeyMate.AI Search

KeyMate.AI has truly been a game-changer for me. The plugin basically acts like a missing link between ChatGPT and Google Search. It helped me reduce the time I spent on web research and increase its efficiency. For instance, while working on a market analysis for a work project, I used KeyMate.AI to quickly generate an overview of the market and biggest players. It can also help you make your investment decisions by providing real-life data and trends!

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2. WolframAlpha

As someone who has a keen interest in data analytics, the Wolfram plugin has been interesting to explore. In short, it allows for performing quick complex calculations and data analysis right within the ChatGPT interface. It also has access to curated knowledge. While I have not yet used it for a specific work I “played around” with it and tried to see what transformations of different Pokemons look like.

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3. Wikipedia

I am a huge “fact-nerd”, I love constantly googling for information and questions that come to my mind. Most of the time I end up reading through a Wikipedia page, but those pages are quite lengthy. Thus I started using the plugin and it is now my absolute go-to for quick and efficient information lookup. As you can see below, I have used it to find out about absolutely different concepts and historical events in a very efficient way.

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Great, not Perfect

While the capabilities of the plugins are impressive, they have their own drawbacks. Here are some of the most notable ones I (and others) are concerned with:

1. Personal data exposure. One of the main pressing concerns is the ethical implications and data safety. Given plugins are made by third-party developers, the personal data of the users is available to parties outside of the ChatGPT ecosystem.

2. Speed of generation. In short, plugins are slow. It takes a while to generate responses. When it comes to looking up information on the web, you are better off using the search engines directly for short questions (e.g. Microsoft stock price). However, once your search becomes slightly more extensive, the benefit of plugin-generated answers tends to exceed the cost of time spent waiting.

3. Hallucinations. While in the plugins amount of hallucinated (i.e. fake) answers is reduced, they are not fully eliminated. This is due to the fact that the underlying language learning model (LLM) behind ChatGPT itself is still prone to generating hallucinations.

What does the Future Hold?

While the ChatGPT plugin ecosystem is still in its infancy, I believe it is immensely promising. With the evolvement of this technology, we can expect to see more sophisticated, faster, and user-friendly plugins. However, it is important to have a balanced approach towards innovation and consider both its benefits and challenges. While OpenAI has yet to let another genie out of the bottle with its introduction of a plugin ecosystem, it is the users and developers who in my opinion hold sole ownership of the technology’s future.

Have you had an experience with ChatGPT plugins or have some thoughts on the topic? Happy to hear more in the comment section below!

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