Video, Images and Sounds – Good Tools #14 — from goodtools.substack.com by Robin Good
Specifically in this issue:
- Free Image Libraries
- Image Search Engines
- Free Illustrations
- Free Icons
- Free Stock Video Footage
- Free Music for Video and Podcasts
Video, Images and Sounds – Good Tools #14 — from goodtools.substack.com by Robin Good
Specifically in this issue:
New models and developer products announced at DevDay — from openai.com
GPT-4 Turbo with 128K context and lower prices, the new Assistants API, GPT-4 Turbo with Vision, DALL·E 3 API, and more.
Today, we shared dozens of new additions and improvements, and reduced pricing across many parts of our platform. These include:
Introducing GPTs — from openai.com
You can now create custom versions of ChatGPT that combine instructions, extra knowledge, and any combination of skills.
I’m genuinely blown away by this.
The leap from text descriptions straight to 3D models? It’s next-level.
Think about the possibility: a stream of prompts turns into a treasure trove of 3D pieces. Gather them, and you’ve got a full scene ready to come to life.
The thought… pic.twitter.com/x79WEeY1iq
— Linus (???) (@LinusEkenstam) November 8, 2023
It’s only been 11 hours since OpenAI Dev Day
Here are 12 of the craziest things people have already built already
Including AI Sports narrator and website roaster.
? Thread below
— Linus (???) (@LinusEkenstam) November 7, 2023
OpenAI’s New Groundbreaking Update — from newsletter.thedailybite.co
Everything you need to know about OpenAI’s update, what people are building, and a prompt to skim long YouTube videos…
But among all this exciting news, the announcement of user-created “GPTs” took the cake.
That’s right, your very own personalized version of ChatGPT is coming, and it’s as groundbreaking as it sounds.
OpenAI’s groundbreaking announcement isn’t just a new feature – it’s a personal AI revolution.
The upcoming customizable “GPTs” transform ChatGPT from a one-size-fits-all to a one-of-a-kind digital sidekick that is attuned to your life’s rhythm.
Lore Issue #56: Biggest Week in AI This Year — from news.lore.com by Nathan Lands
First, Elon Musk announced “Grok,” a ChatGPT competitor inspired by “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy.” Surprisingly, in just a few months, xAI has managed to surpass the capabilities of GPT-3.5, signaling their impressive speed of execution and establishing them as a formidable long-term contender.
Then, OpenAI hosted their inaugural Dev Day, unveiling “GPT-4 Turbo,” which boasts a 128k context window, API costs slashed by threefold, text-to-speech capabilities, auto-model switching, agents, and even their version of an app store slated for launch next month.
The Day That Changed Everything — from joinsuperhuman.ai by Zain Kahn
ALSO: Everything you need to know about yesterday’s OpenAI announcements
OpenAI’s Big Reveal: Custom GPTs, GPT Store & More — from news.theaiexchange.com
What you should know about the new announcements; how to get started with building custom GPTs
Incredible pace of OpenAI — from theaivalley.com by Barsee
PLUS: Elon’s Gork
? OpenAI just dropped a HUGE update.
This is the biggest update since the launch of GPT-4.
Here are 9 things you need to know (with use cases): ? pic.twitter.com/Kc2nD6HNFm
— Barsee ? (@heyBarsee) November 7, 2023
Will Generative AI Improve Digital Accessibility? — from boia.org
Generative A.I. could reduce the busywork of accessibility
Most digital accessibility issues can be addressed easily with clean code and thoughtful content creation. However, many “easy” fixes still take time to implement, particularly when humans need to be involved.
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) function as the international standards of digital accessibility. WCAG includes a number of requirements that require a subjective approach, which can create busywork for developers, designers, and writers.
For example:
Generative A.I. may be able to address these challenges.
Also relevant/see:
Radar Trends to Watch: May 2023 Developments in Programming, Security, Web, and More — from oreilly.com by Mike Loukides
Excerpt:
Large language models continue to colonize the technology landscape. They’ve broken out of the AI category, and now are showing up in security, programming, and even the web. That’s a natural progression, and not something we should be afraid of: they’re not coming for our jobs. But they are remaking the technology industry.
One part of this remaking is the proliferation of “small” large language models. We’ve noted the appearance of llama.cpp, Alpaca, Vicuna, Dolly 2.0, Koala, and a few others. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Small LLMs are appearing every day, and some will even run in a web browser. This trend promises to be even more important than the rise of the “large” LLMs, like GPT-4. Only a few organizations can build, train, and run the large LLMs. But almost anyone can train a small LLM that will run on a well-equipped laptop or desktop.
Mixed media online project serves as inspiration for student journalists — from jeadigitalmedia.org by Michelle Balmeo
Excerpt:
If you’re on the hunt for inspiration, go check out Facing Life: Eight stories of life after life in California’s prisons.
This project, created by Pendarvis Harshaw and Brandon Tauszik, has so many wonderful and original storytelling components, it’s the perfect model for student journalists looking for ways to tell important stories online.
“Click Here” Isn’t Enough Context for Hyperlinks — from boia.org
Excerpt:
If a link reads “click here,” “learn more,” or “read more,” you’re not telling users anything about the link’s purpose — you’re simply telling them that they can click on the link (and most users understand that hyperlinks can be activated).
That can be frustrating for many people. Unfortunately, it’s a common user experience (UX) issue, but it’s easy to correct.
4 Things People with Disabilities Look For On Your Website — from boia.org
Excerpts:
To that end, it’s useful to consider what individuals with disabilities experience when visiting a new website — the features that tell them whether or not your website is accessible.
1. An Accessibility Statement
2. Consistent Web Design
…
4 Simple Ways That Content Writers Can Promote Accessibility — from boia.org
Excerpts:
1. Look for inclusive stock photos
2. Avoid making assumptions about your readers
…
6 Free Tools for Evaluating Web Accessibility — from boia.org
Excerpt:
Can you evaluate your website’s accessibility on your own?
Not necessarily. To ensure conformance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), you’ll need to test your content regularly by using both manual and automated tools. Ideally, manual tests should be performed by human testers who have disabilities.
However, as you learn about the concepts of WCAG, you can use free tools to test your website for common barriers. If you’re a web designer or developer, online tools can be a vital resource as you incorporate the best practices of inclusive design.
Below, we’ll discuss six free tools that can help you make better design decisions.
10 Websites to Have Fun With Your Photos — from Hongkiat.com
Excerpt:
Getting a little bored with how your photos are presented online? How about injecting some fun and humor into it? You don’t really need to be Photoshop literate to edit and add effects to your photos. There’re some really great sites out there that allow you to add effects to your photo by using their existing effect templates.
The best part is – they are free, output is shown immediately on the fly,, and no installation of apps is required. Here’s a collection of ten websites to have fun with your photos, we’ve come to know. You know they don’t really have to be your photos 🙂
Graphic Design Trends 2023 Are Shaping the New Reality — from graphicmama.com by Iveta Pavlova
Excerpt:
Dive into the hottest current graphic design trends in 2023! Read a thorough review of what awaits on the stage of graphic design – well-known or completely revolutionary approaches that are about to shape our new reality.
Remember the times when the world was all about flat, subtle design? “The plainer, the better” was the norm. Well, things have changed. The reign in the graphic design world was slowly but very firmly taken over by big voluminous shapes in screaming colors that offer an alternative reality to the viewer – more vivid than ever!
The newest graphic design trends in 2023 offer us a ride to the future and invite us to observe a world of new depths, colors, and shapes that push the limits.
To-Tem / Pop from My Name is Wendy on Vimeo.
4 Tips for Choosing Accessible WordPress Plugins — from boia.org
Excerpt:
WordPress plugins can change how your website operates — typically, that’s why you want to install them in the first place. If you need to add a form or a video player on your WordPress site, you’ll probably look for a plugin before attempting to code your own solution.
But unfortunately, some plugins can alter your content in unpredictable ways and create accessibility barriers. Needless to say, you’ll want to avoid those issues if possible. Fortunately, WordPress is a fairly accessibility-friendly platform — and by following a few simple tips, you can reach a wider audience.
Are Hamburger Menus Bad for Accessibility? — from boia.org
Excerpt:
In web design, a hamburger menu is a button — usually with three horizontal lines — that typically opens a navigation menu. The icon vaguely resembles a hamburger (or any other sandwich), hence the name.
Like many trends in web design, hamburger menus are controversial: They can cause accessibility issues, depending on their implementation, and they might obscure important navigational information. However, they’re extremely common — and while they pose a few potential issues for users with disabilities, sidebars can be accessible with appropriate markup.
Addendum on 10/18/22:
4 Ways That Web Developers Can Learn More About Accessibility — from boia.org
Excerpt:
As a web developer, you know the importance of writing clean code — and limiting trouble tickets as much as possible, particularly in the first stages of product development.
An inclusive approach can help you meet those goals. When you consider the needs, preferences, and expectations of users with disabilities, you can serve your content to the broadest possible group of people. Accessible design can also reduce the time you spend on remediations and help you build components that work better for all users (including those who don’t live with disabilities).
By building your knowledge of digital accessibility, you can start enjoying the benefits. Here’s how to get started.
Fresh Resources for Web Designers and Developers (September 2022) — from hongkiat.com by Thoriq Firdaus
Excerpt:
In this round of the series, we’ll feature a list of new libraries, frameworks, and tools that I’m pretty sure front-end developers and designers will appreciate. We have a new advanced CSS tool, a handy tool and library for animation, and some new resources for icons. Let’s jump in to find the full list.