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Create Your Own ChatGPT Alternative (That You Can Actually Sell!) ?

Science & Technology

Introduction

Welcome back to my channel! My name is Ian McDonald, and I am the owner of Disruptive Solutions. On this YouTube channel, I love to share projects that I've been working on and empower you to create similar ones for yourself. I also provide templates that you can adapt as you like.

Introduction

First, I want to express my gratitude for the amazing support I’ve received in the last couple of months since starting this channel. Your responses and subscriptions have been incredibly inspiring and validating, encouraging me to continue following my dream of creating a business focused on AI projects. I am currently working on a standalone app that I will share more details about soon.

Today’s Project: ChatGPT Alternative

In this article, I’ll guide you through building a functional chat bot, similar to ChatGPT, that you can customize and even sell. To demonstrate, I have integrated three default settings into the system prompt that tells the AI how to behave. One prompt is designed as a business team assistant, while another one I created is focused on humor.

A Look at the Bot

For example, when I asked a joke, it responded, "Why did the scarecrow win an award? Because he was outstanding in his field!" This showcases the versatility of the bot and what you can accomplish with it.

Getting Started with Replit

To get started, follow this step-by-step guide:

  1. Fork the Code:

    • Visit Replit and find the project via the provided URL in the description.
    • Click the green button and hit "Fork."

  2. Run the Bot:

    • Click "Run" to get the bot initialized.
    • Click the plus button in the secrets tab to add two key variables: Assistant ID and OpenAI API key.

Setting Up Your OpenAI Account

You’ll need to create an OpenAI account and add some funds (which is very affordable). Most projects can run for just about $ 10 a month.

  1. Go to the OpenAI Dashboard.
  2. Add credits by navigating to the “increase limit” option.
  3. Create a new secret key under the "API key" tab.

Assistant Setup in Replit

Next, return to Replit and set up your assistant:

  1. Copy your assistant ID from the OpenAI platform.
  2. Create your vector store and upload files for reference.
  3. After the configuration, run the bot to ensure everything is functioning—check for the confirmation that your bot is indeed working.

Deploying Your Chatbot

If you have a Replit account, you can also deploy your bot to the web for access at any time. Here’s how:

  1. Hit the "Deploy" button on Replit.
  2. Select auto-scaling and customize your bot settings.
  3. After deployment, you’ll receive a URL that you can use freely or embed into a platform like Monday.com or your website.

Conclusion

And that’s it! By following these simple steps, you can create your own chat bot that mimics GPT characteristics and is ready for integration into different platforms. If you have any questions or need further assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out. I appreciate your support and look forward to sharing more projects with you soon!

Keywords

  • Chatbot
  • OpenAI
  • API
  • Replit
  • GPT
  • Deployment
  • Customization
  • Automation

FAQ

Q: Do I need programming experience to build this chatbot?
A: While some programming knowledge is helpful, the guided steps provided make it accessible for beginners.

Q: How much does it cost to operate the API?
A: The operations cost is minimal, usually around $ 10 a month, depending on your usage.

Q: Can I sell the chatbot I create?
A: Yes, you can customize and sell the chatbot as a service or product.

Q: What if I encounter issues during setup?
A: Feel free to reach out via the comments section or through my website for assistance.