Practical AI AI search at You.com
Mar 15, 2023
Bryan McCann, Co-founder and CTO of You.com, dives into the evolution of AI search and natural language processing. He shares how You.com has been pioneering these technologies long before the ChatGPT craze. Topics include practical tips for developers on integrating language models into applications while managing user expectations. They explore the potential of AI to enhance creativity and discuss the importance of accuracy and transparency in AI-driven solutions. McCann encourages listeners to experiment with You.com's features for a richer interaction with AI.
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You.com's Origin
- Bryan McCann and Richard Socher, at Salesforce, saw the potential of LLMs beyond advertising.
- They chose search as a field ripe for disruption, aiming to make it more user-centric.
AI-Driven Search
- Modern AI search understands context better due to advancements in NLP and neural networks.
- Generative AI's ability to produce text is key to delivering information directly, not just links.
Shifting Public Perception
- Public perception shifted with ChatGPT, increasing acceptance of AI-powered search.
- This allowed You.com to explore new functionalities and conversational interfaces like YouChat.