Amidst the ongoing discussions surrounding the implications of artificial intelligence on society, one sailor has discovered a practical application for this technology.
According to a post on Navy Reddit by a user named Senor_Rico, ChatGPT has been utilized to help create annual performance evaluations for sailors, known as enlisted evaluation reports or brag sheets. This innovative approach aims to streamline the process and save valuable time for sailors who have a multitude of tasks to handle.
Senor_Rico shared that it took two weeks to train ChatGPT to generate an eval report by feeding it with older evaluations. Once trained, the AI-powered program is said to be capable of transforming a brag sheet into a complete evaluation write-up efficiently.
The development of ChatGPT by OpenAI, which was later acquired by Microsoft, has facilitated the creation of a tool that allows users to input information or questions and receive a well-written report in return. By February 2023, ChatGPT saw a remarkable increase in its user base, as reported by UBS, a financial services group.
While some Navy Reddit users appreciate the convenience offered by this technology, others have raised concerns about potential security risks, especially for sailors holding clearances or working on classified tasks. Senor_Rico advised against using the tool for classified information to avoid any inadvertent breaches.
In response to these advancements, one Reddit user highlighted their frustration with the current evaluation system, referring to it as a popularity contest. Despite differing opinions, it is evident that the integration of AI in the evaluation process is reshaping traditional practices and offering new possibilities for efficiency and effectiveness.
