[AccessD] ChatGPT

Thu Aug 1 08:54:43 CDT 2024

I mapped the rest areas and visually observed their locations.  It is
possible to use what I call 'satellite view' to look down on stuff and I
did so to observe parking spaces etc.  I did not count the spaces and
compare to the answer however.  In the end, one must take any information
from anywhere with a grain of salt.  The internet is full of misinformation
and that is where ChatGPT pulls its data from.  Trust but verify.

I am now playing with LMMs running on my own machine, using this thing
called LM Studio.  In this case, bigger is NOT better however.  The time
required to process and the speed of the display of the answer is glacially
slow on a 70B model vs a 7B model for the exact same question entered -
general info models.

There are models specifically trained to be code generators which I will
likely test as well as attempt to train using the method I discussed last
night.  Since I have no idea how this stuff works, it is all just early
stage study.

On Thu, Aug 1, 2024 at 9:21 AM Bill Benson <bensonforums at gmail.com> wrote:

> I don’t mind so long as it is at least technology related.
>
> John - how do you validate that ChatGPT gave factual information?
>
> On Mon, Jul 22, 2024 at 12:41 AM John Colby <jwcolby at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> > And I certainly hope folks don't mind the occasional off topic post.
> It's
> > not as if the traffic is congested with Access stuff.  And yes, ChatGPt
> is
> > a new world.
> >
> > On Sun, Jul 21, 2024 at 7:04 PM Paul Wolstenholme <
> > Paul.W at industrialcontrol.co.nz> wrote:
> >
> > > When discussion on Access ceases in favour of discussion on ChatGPT, it
> > is
> > > indeed a new world.
> > >
> > > PW
> > >
> > > On Sun, 21 Jul 2024 at 20:50, Rocky Smolin <rockysmolin2 at gmail.com>
> > wrote:
> > >
> > > > O brave new world, that has such software in’t. (With apologies to
> the
> > > > Bard)
> > > >
> > > > r
> > > >
> > > > On Sat, Jul 20, 2024 at 11:41 PM John Colby <jwcolby at gmail.com>
> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > >  tell me about I84 east of portland or
> > > > >
> > > > > Interstate 84 (I-84) is a major highway that runs east-west through
> > the
> > > > > state of Oregon, and east of Portland, it is a significant route
> > > > connecting
> > > > > the city with various scenic and recreational areas. Here are some
> > key
> > > > > points about I-84 east of Portland:
> > > > > Geographic and Scenic Highlights
> > > > >
> > > > >    1. *Columbia River Gorge*: One of the most scenic stretches of
> > I-84
> > > is
> > > > >    through the Columbia River Gorge, a canyon of the Columbia
> River.
> > > The
> > > > >    highway runs parallel to the river, offering stunning views of
> > > cliffs,
> > > > >    waterfalls, and lush forests.
> > > > >    2. *Multnomah Falls*: One of the most famous waterfalls in the
> > area,
> > > > >    Multnomah Falls, is easily accessible from I-84. It’s a popular
> > stop
> > > > for
> > > > >    travelers.
> > > > >    3. *Hood River*: A charming town known for its outdoor
> activities,
> > > > >    including windsurfing and kiteboarding on the Columbia River, as
> > > well
> > > > as
> > > > >    hiking and skiing in the nearby Mount Hood area.
> > > > >    4. *Mount Hood*: Although not directly on I-84, the highway
> > provides
> > > > >    access to the Mount Hood area, a popular destination for skiing,
> > > > >    snowboarding, hiking, and other outdoor activities.
> > > > >
> > > > > Towns and Cities
> > > > >
> > > > >    1. *Troutdale*: Often considered the gateway to the Columbia
> River
> > > > >    Gorge, Troutdale is a small city just east of Portland. It’s a
> > > > starting
> > > > >    point for many exploring the gorge.
> > > > >    2. *The Dalles*: An important historical city along the Columbia
> > > > River,
> > > > >    The Dalles played a significant role in the Oregon Trail and is
> > now
> > > a
> > > > > hub
> > > > >    for agriculture and tourism.
> > > > >
> > > > > Recreational Opportunities
> > > > >
> > > > >    1. *Hiking and Biking*: Numerous trails are accessible from
> I-84,
> > > > >    including the Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail, which
> > > > offers
> > > > >    biking and hiking paths with scenic views.
> > > > >    2. *Water Sports*: The Columbia River is a hotspot for water
> > sports,
> > > > >    including kayaking, fishing, and boating.
> > > > >    3. *Skiing and Snowboarding*: In the winter, the proximity to
> > Mount
> > > > Hood
> > > > >    provides opportunities for winter sports.
> > > > >
> > > > > Transportation and Commerce
> > > > >
> > > > >    1. *Freight Route*: I-84 is a major freight corridor, connecting
> > the
> > > > >    Portland metropolitan area with destinations further east,
> > including
> > > > > Boise,
> > > > >    Idaho, and beyond.
> > > > >    2. *Commuter Traffic*: The stretch of I-84 closer to Portland
> sees
> > > > >    significant commuter traffic, especially during peak hours.
> > > > >
> > > > > Historical Significance
> > > > >
> > > > >    1. *Oregon Trail*: The route follows parts of the historic
> Oregon
> > > > Trail,
> > > > >    and there are several historical markers and interpretive
> centers
> > > > along
> > > > > the
> > > > >    way.
> > > > >    2. *Bonneville Dam*: Located near Cascade Locks, the Bonneville
> > Dam
> > > is
> > > > >    an important hydroelectric power source and a site of historical
> > > > > interest,
> > > > >    with visitor centers and tours available.
> > > > >
> > > > > Infrastructure and Development
> > > > >
> > > > >    1. *Rest Areas*: There are several well-maintained rest areas
> > along
> > > > >    I-84, providing travelers with amenities and information.
> > > > >    2. *Maintenance and Improvements*: Ongoing efforts to maintain
> and
> > > > >    improve the highway ensure safety and efficiency for travelers.
> > > > >
> > > > > Overall, I-84 east of Portland offers a mix of natural beauty,
> > > > recreational
> > > > > opportunities, and historical significance, making it an important
> > and
> > > > > well-traveled route in Oregon.
> > > > >
> > > > >
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