I decided that the tide cannot be held back and I better get an OpenAI AppID to test out some features of ChatGPT (a.k.a. “Chat”), DALL·E and an image manipulation Blender addon such as BlenderGPT.
Here is a conversation with ChatGPT (https://chat.openai.com/chat) using 14-Mar-2023 version…
Please compare Second Life and OpenSimulator.
Second Life and OpenSimulator are two virtual world platforms that share some similarities but also have some differences. Here are some comparisons between the two:
Ownership and Control:
One of the main differences between Second Life and OpenSimulator is who owns and controls the servers that run the virtual worlds. Second Life is owned and operated by Linden Lab, while OpenSimulator is open-source software that can be run on individual servers by anyone who downloads it.
Cost:
While Second Life requires users to pay for virtual land, OpenSimulator does not have any such costs, which makes it a popular choice for hobbyists and those with limited budgets.
User Interface:
Both Second Life and OpenSimulator have a similar user interface, but Second Life has a more polished and streamlined interface that is easier to navigate, while OpenSimulator requires a bit more technical knowledge to set up and use.
Community:
Second Life has a larger and more active community of users than OpenSimulator, which means that there are more events and activities happening in the virtual world at any given time. However, OpenSimulator has a more diverse and decentralized community that is less reliant on a single company or organization.
Content:
Second Life has a more extensive library of pre-made content available to users, including avatars, clothing, buildings, and other items, while OpenSimulator relies more on user-generated content.
Overall, both Second Life and OpenSimulator offer unique virtual world experiences with their own strengths and weaknesses. Second Life is a more polished and established platform with a larger user base and more pre-made content, while OpenSimulator is a more flexible and customizable platform that is better suited for users with technical knowledge and a desire to create their own virtual world
I thought that the virtual world viewer for Second Life and OpenSimulator was identical and same viewer could be used for both. So why is the interface for Second Life easier to navigate than the interface for OpenSimulator?
You are correct that both Second Life and OpenSimulator can be accessed using the same virtual world viewer software. The viewer software provides the user interface and allows users to navigate and interact with the virtual world. However, the way that the viewer software is configured and the features that are available can differ depending on the specific virtual world platform being used.
While the basic layout and functions of the viewer software may be the same for both Second Life and OpenSimulator, there may be differences in the way that certain features are implemented or in the way that the software interacts with the virtual world platform. Additionally, Second Life has been around for much longer and has had more time to refine and improve its user interface, while OpenSimulator is a newer platform and may still be evolving in terms of its user interface.
It’s also worth noting that OpenSimulator is a more customizable platform, which means that users can make changes to the user interface and add new features if they have the technical skills to do so. This flexibility can be a benefit for some users, but it may also make the platform feel more complex or difficult to navigate for users who are not as familiar with the technical aspects of virtual world software.
When you say Second Life has been around for much longer than OpenSimulator, can you be precise as to when both first became available?
Yes, of course! Here are some details about the history and release dates of Second Life and OpenSimulator:
Second Life: Second Life was launched in 2003 by Linden Lab, a San Francisco-based company. The platform gained popularity quickly and by 2006, it had over a million registered users. Since then, the platform has continued to evolve and expand, with various updates and improvements being made over the years.
OpenSimulator: OpenSimulator, also known as OpenSim, is an open-source software platform for creating virtual worlds. The project was started in 2007 by a group of developers who wanted to create an alternative to Second Life that was more customizable and flexible. The first stable version of OpenSimulator was released in 2008, and since then, the platform has continued to develop with regular updates and improvements being made by the community of users and developers who contribute to the project.
So, Second Life has been available for almost 20 years, while OpenSimulator has been available for around 15 years.
DALL·E – Image Creation from Text
https://labs.openai.com/ gives access to DALL·E and offers 15 free image generation requests each month or paid access..
Photorealistic image of view from inside a modern house with plate glass windows and deck on a pine forest hillside overlooking a stormy ocean at sunset with jagged rocks offshore.
But when I tried a more detailed prompt… the resulting images were quite far from related.
Photorealistic image of view from inside a modern house with plate glass windows and deck on a pine forest hillside overlooking a stormy ocean at sunset with jagged rock pinnacles and arches offshore with a light grey cat sat inside looking out to see a distant humpback whale breaching a mile offshore.
ChatGPT says this about adding details to a previously generated DALL·E image: DALL·E is a generative model that creates images from textual input. Once an image is generated by DALL·E, it is not possible to directly modify it. However, you can generate a new image with additional details by providing DALL·E with new textual input that includes a textual description of the original image, using specific details such as the colors, shapes, and objects that are present, as well as the desired additional details.
DALL·E maybe cannot understand the compositional nature of the prompt and add in elements to a base. Maybe this is a prompt to try on DALL·E N+1.
BlenderGPT – an image manipulation Blender addon
Create a 0.5 metre cuboid with rounded edges and corners at the origin.
In the code windows some parameters such as segments and offset can be increased and the > button used to execute the modified code make the corners of the cuboid smoother.
ChatGPT Integration with Second Life and OpenSim
Pantera Północy has written a script to integrate an object or NPC (Animesh) with ChatGPT… https://github.com/PanteraPolnocy/LSL-snippets/blob/main/scripts/HTTP%20requests/chat-gpt-integration.lsl
ChatGPT – Write a Poem
Write a poem to remind someone to water sweet peas
In the garden, there’s a sight to see,
Sweet peas, so delicate and pretty.
With petals soft and colors bright,
They fill the air with sweet delight.
But to keep these beauties blooming,
You must keep their roots consuming.
Water is their lifeblood, their need,
Without it, their beauty will recede.
So let this poem be a reminder,
To water sweet peas, a little kinder.
Give them what they need to grow,
And watch their beauty overflow.
With each drop of water, they’ll thrive,
And in return, their fragrance will arrive.
A sweet reward for a simple deed,
To water sweet peas, a timely heed.
So don’t forget to give them care,
And watch them flourish, beyond compare.
For in the garden, there’s nothing quite,
Like sweet peas, in their full delight.