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ChatGPT Codex is like 10 AI software developers (tutorial for beginners)

 
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Join me as I chat with Ben Tossell to discuss how non-technical users can leverage OpenAI's Codex to build and modify websites without writing code. The video showcases a practical example of adding a new tab to a personal website through simple text commands, with Codex handling all the coding work. Ben explains GitHub basics, pull requests, and how to manage code changes while emphasizing that this approach makes coding more accessible to beginners.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro
01:28 - What is Codex
02:38 - Explanation of GitHub and repositories
05:54 - Demonstration of adding a new tab to a website
10:53 - Why use Codex if you are non-technical
15:26 - Explanation of merging and closing pull requests
18:18 - Best practices for non-technical people using Codex
21:54 - Tips for Debugging using ChatGPT
23:47 - More advanced use cases beyond personal websites
25:30 - Cloning a Repo and using Codex
30:08 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts on Codex

Key Points:

• Codex is an OpenAI terminal product that allows users to type in tasks, generate code, and push it to GitHub without writing code themselves
• The workflow involves creating tasks, reviewing generated code, creating pull requests, and merging changes
• For non-technical people, Codex offers a more accessible entry point to coding than traditional development
• Best practice is to start with simple personal website projects before attempting more complex applications:

LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/

BoringMarketing — Vibe Marketing for Sale: http://boringmarketing.com/

Startup Empire - a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.startupempire.co

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X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg
Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/

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X/Twitter: https://x.com/bentossell
Ben’s Bites: https://www.bensbites.com

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Content provided by Greg Isenberg. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Greg Isenberg or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.

Join me as I chat with Ben Tossell to discuss how non-technical users can leverage OpenAI's Codex to build and modify websites without writing code. The video showcases a practical example of adding a new tab to a personal website through simple text commands, with Codex handling all the coding work. Ben explains GitHub basics, pull requests, and how to manage code changes while emphasizing that this approach makes coding more accessible to beginners.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro
01:28 - What is Codex
02:38 - Explanation of GitHub and repositories
05:54 - Demonstration of adding a new tab to a website
10:53 - Why use Codex if you are non-technical
15:26 - Explanation of merging and closing pull requests
18:18 - Best practices for non-technical people using Codex
21:54 - Tips for Debugging using ChatGPT
23:47 - More advanced use cases beyond personal websites
25:30 - Cloning a Repo and using Codex
30:08 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts on Codex

Key Points:

• Codex is an OpenAI terminal product that allows users to type in tasks, generate code, and push it to GitHub without writing code themselves
• The workflow involves creating tasks, reviewing generated code, creating pull requests, and merging changes
• For non-technical people, Codex offers a more accessible entry point to coding than traditional development
• Best practice is to start with simple personal website projects before attempting more complex applications:

LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/

BoringMarketing — Vibe Marketing for Sale: http://boringmarketing.com/

Startup Empire - a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.startupempire.co

FIND ME ON SOCIAL

X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg
Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/

FIND BEN ON SOCIAL
X/Twitter: https://x.com/bentossell
Ben’s Bites: https://www.bensbites.com

  continue reading

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