The proliferation of open-source Large Language Models (LLMs) are reshaping what we consider possible with technology. These LLMs herald a new age of AI-driven applications, from enhancing workflow efficiency to providing company on lonely nights. However, as these tools become more common, a vital question arises: How practical are they for the average person?
To answer this, I’ve embarked on a journey to put these LLMs to the test in a way that everyday users can relate to.
The criteria? Simple. A set of 25 questions covering basic tasks like writing an email or creating a social media post—tasks that don’t require a degree in artificial intelligence or a background in tech to understand their value.
Traditional benchmarks and academic measures have often fallen short in this realm. They tend to focus on technical prowess rather than versatility and user-friendliness. The correct or helpful answer from an LLM might take many forms, and rigid benchmarks can’t always capture the nuanced performance needed in real-life scenarios.
The method here is grounded in practicality. Rather than looking for complex algorithmic gymnastics, we ask straightforward questions. We probe each model on history, request that it draft social media content, and pose other typical use cases that a person might expect to solve with the help of AI.
Transparency is key in my process. The results presented are raw and unfiltered, complete with any typos or errors the AI might produce. This isn’t to underscore the flaws but to give an honest representation of what one might encounter in regular use. No AI is infallible, and expecting perfection on every output is to set oneself up for disappointment. Instead, understanding the likelihood and nature of these errors can help users better integrate LLMs into their daily lives.
This research might not dazzle AI specialists who are immersed in the technical depths of machine learning. However, for the layperson curious about leveraging AI for everyday tasks, these insights could prove invaluable. The findings aim to bridge the gap between AI’s capabilities and practical utility.
To the entrepreneurs, the creatives, the innovators—whoever you are and whatever your business needs might be—these tests are for you. They’re designed to give a glimpse into which LLM might serve as your next digital assistant, co-writer, or brainstorming partner.
As AI continues to intertwine with the fabric of daily tasks, such real-world assessments are not just helpful—they’re essential. They allow us to move beyond the hype and assess the real utility of groundbreaking technologies.
Let’s do just that today: let’s explore, test, and share the findings on the real-world application of the open-source Large Language Model— Wizard Vicuna Uncensored 30B.
There are three variations of the Wizard Vicuna LLMs that were getting a lot of attention over the summer, not only because they were performing great, but they also didn’t have any guardrails. Uncensored doesn’t automatically equate to naughty. A guardrail for anyone who has used ChatGTP a bit will know that they have guardrails out the wazoo. A guardrail is simply a rule that says, “You can’t do that,” and that rule may be in place for any of a variety of reasons, but often times that guardrail may prevent you from doing the everyday common task you need to, like discussing the practicality of a law. I’ve seen ChatGTP throw up a guardrail for the most insane and unexplainable reasons, and that alone, I believe, is why open-source LLMs are becoming so popular.
Anyway, that is a topic for another day. Just know that these three LLMs lack any guardrails, which is why they are deemed “uncensored.”
In general, a 30B in LLM represents 30 billion parameters. The larger the number of parameters, the bigger the model. Models with larger parameters, such as 13 billion tokens, require high-end CPUs, GPUs, RAM, and storage. However, the larger model size helps get an accurate response since it is trained on larger data corpora. So, it’s a tradeoff between size and accuracy.
But just because a model is trained on more parameters doesn’t always mean it’s better. Sometimes, a smaller model will work just fine if it’s time-tuned for your specific needs. Sometimes, bigger really is better. But the only way you’ll know which works best for you is to join us on the deep dive and find out!
This particular model was created by a man named Eric Harford, who you can follow on X at @erhartford. He’s an AI (Machine Learning) Engineer from Alabama who has worked at Amazon Web Services eBay, was a senior software engineer at Microsoft, and now works at Invoke.
He describes Wizard LM as an instruction following LLM using Evol-Instruct.
Evol-Instruct is a novel method using LLMs instead of humans to automatically mass-produce open-domain instructions of various difficulty levels and skill ranges, to improve the performance of LLMs.
At its core, Wizard LM is a fine-tuned model that is derived from LLama-X. The LLM that sort of started it all which is an open-source, high-performance large language model from meta AI.
I won’t dive deep into all the technical stuff of how it was trained and the hyperparameters. But I want do want to do is look at it in action.
I want to see real-world applications and compare them with the other open-source LLMs on the market today. I’ll also be looking into the 7B and 13B versions of this LLM as well.
I know you want to know one thing, is this the best uncensored LLM out there? Well, the only way we’ll find that out is to take a closer look and find out!
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Can you give me a history of Truffle Risotto?
Truffle risotto is an Italian rice dish made with truffles, which are a type of fungi that grow underground. The exact origin of this dish is not clear, but it is believed to have been invented in the early 20th century by Italian chefs who were looking for new ways to use truffles, which had become a popular ingredient in Italian cuisine.
One theory suggests that the first version of truffle risotto was created at the famous restaurant “Osteria del Ponte” in Rome. Another theory attributes its creation to a chef named Ada Maria Marchesini, who was known for her innovative approach to traditional Italian cooking.
Regardless of its origins, truffle risotto quickly became a staple of Italian cuisine and has since spread throughout the world due to its rich flavor and creamy texture. Today, many restaurants offer their own variations on this classic dish, using different types of truffles or adding other ingredients like mushrooms or asparagus.
What are the best Instagram hashtags to use for a Monday motivation post?
The most effective Instagram hashtags for a Monday motivation post may vary depending on your audience, but some popular options include #Mondaymotivation, #MotivationalMonday, #InspirationalQuotes, #QuoteOfTheDay, #MotivationalQuotes, and #PositiveVibes. You can also consider using more specific hashtags related to your industry or niche, such as #EntrepreneurMindset or #HealthyLivingTips. Remember to keep your hashtags relevant and avoid overusing them in your caption or comments.
Write a Facebook post about spreading love, not hate.
Today, let’s make an effort to spread love instead of hate. Let’s choose kindness over meanness, compassion over indifference, and understanding over judgment. Little acts of love can go a long way in making someone’s day brighter. So let’s hold open doors, give genuine compliments, and show empathy to those around us. Let’s be the change we want to see in the world. #spreadlovenothate
What are 10 things I can post about on Linkedin?
Here are ten topics you could post about on LinkedIn to engage with your audience:
- Industry news and updates
- Career advice and insights
- Personal branding tips
- Networking strategies
- Professional development opportunities
- Motivational quotes or stories
- Company announcements or updates
- Thought leadership pieces
- Events or conferences you’re attending
- Surveys, polls or research related to your industry.
Rewrite the description of the book Hopeless by Elsie Silver.
For this next prompt, I went to Amazon and found the #1 best-selling book which on this date happened to be “Hopeless” by Elsie Silver. So I figured the best way would be to do this as an Alpaca with Input prompt. Here is the full thing.
### Instruction:
Rewrite the description of the book Hopeless by Elsie Silver.### Input:
Beau Eaton is the town prince, a handsome military hero with a tortured past.
I’m the outcast bartender, a shy girl from the wrong side of the tracks.
He’s thirty-five and all man, and I’m twenty-two and all . . . virgin.
He’s also my fiancé. Correction: my fake fiancé.
We start out as a bet. He doesn’t believe that anyone holds my last name against me. So he offers me his to prove a point.
It’s win-win. He gets a break from his concerned family’s prying, and I get a chance to shed my family’s reputation while I save up to ditch this small town.
He says all I have to do is wear his ring, follow his lead, and pretend I can’t keep my hands off of him in public.
But it’s what happens between us in private that blurs all those carefully drawn lines.
It’s what transpires behind closed doors that doesn’t feel like pretending at all.
This engagement was supposed to be for show. This agreement? It has an end date.
He once told me he’d never fall in love.
And yet here I am, head over heels for my fake fiancé.
### Response:
**Hopeless** is a heartfelt romance novel about two people who unexpectedly find themselves falling in love despite their vast differences. Beau Eaton, a decorated war veteran and local hero, is struggling to come to terms with his troubled past. Meanwhile, Elsie Silver is a young woman from the wrong side of town who dreams of escaping her small hometown and starting fresh elsewhere.
When Beau and Elsie’s paths cross one fateful night, they strike up an unlikely friendship that soon blossoms into something more. Despite their age difference and their differing social statuses, they both begin to realize that they may have found someone who truly understands them. However, their happiness is threatened when their families and friends learn about their relationship and try to tear them apart. Can Beau and Elsie overcome the obstacles standing in their way and find true happiness together? Only time will tell…
Turn this press release into an article for me.
For this next prompt, I thought I would test just how well it could write a WordPress article by taking a press release which I got from the PR newswire and asking it to turn it into an article for me.
### Instruction:
Turn this press release into an article for me.### Input:
Alyson Wooten Recognized Among Top 50 Women Leaders of Georgia.
Women We Admire has named Berkeley Research Group (BRG) Managing Director Alyson Wooten, PharmD, JD, MBA to its list of the top 50 women leaders of Georgia for 2023. This year’s awardees are frontrunners in the organization they serve. Their unwavering commitment and contributions play a part in their success and development within their areas.
Dr. Wooten leads BRG’s Pharmacy Operations and Advisory Consulting practice and has over 20 years of experience as a pharmacist, medical affairs professional and legal advisor. She has advised on a variety of pharmacy and pharmaceutical operations matters, as well as matters involving regulatory, intellectual property, compliance, litigation and transactional issues, with emphasis in pharmaceutical and medical device products.
Dr. Wooten is a past recipient of the Pro Bono Freedom Award. She served as chairman of the board for Metropolitan Counseling Services and as a board member for the Georgia Law Center for the Homeless. Before joining BRG, she was an intellectual property litigator for a large Atlanta-based firm. She also served as an adjunct professor for the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, School of Pharmacy responsible for the federal law component of the “Pharmacy Law and Ethics” course and preparing students for the Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination. She was a patent agent, legal intern and medical information specialist and medical communications scientist for a global biopharmaceutical company and has retail and hospital pharmacy experience, having served as a pharmacist and pharmacy technician.
“I am deeply honored to have been recognized as a Top 50 Women Leader of Georgia,” said Wooten. “This award acknowledges the hard work and dedication that has gone into building my expertise and career in both the legal and pharmaceutical industries, and it means a great deal to be recognized as someone who has successfully driven change while lifting up those around me. I could not have achieved this honor without the unwavering support of my team, who have shared in my vision and passion for excellence. I consider it a privilege to work with my colleagues on a national and international platform as we address challenging regulatory and legal issues within the pharmaceutical industry—including collaborating around difficult client issues, speaking and publishing within our industry and building relationships with other seasoned expert witnesses.”
### Response:
Congratulations to Dr. Alyson Wooten on being recognized among the Top 50 Women Leaders of Georgia by Women We Admire! Her extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry and her commitment to driving positive change make her a true standout leader.
As managing director at Berkeley Research Group (BRG), Dr. Wooten has made significant strides in advancing pharmacy operations and advisory consulting practices. Her impressive track record includes advising on complex pharmacy and pharmaceutical operations matters, as well as regulatory, intellectual property, compliance, litigation, and transactional issues related to pharmaceutical and medical device products.
In addition to her work at BRG, Dr. Wooten has demonstrated a strong commitment to giving back through her service on various boards and committees, including serving as chairman of the board for Metropolitan Counseling Services and as a board member for the Georgia Law Center for the Homeless. Overall, Dr. Wooten embodies the very best qualities of a successful woman leader, and her recognition by Women We Admire is well-deserved.
Generate five creative strategies for launching a new cocoa butter lotion product. The product is made with natural ingredients in small batches. The target audience is mothers aged 30-40.
- Partner with mommy bloggers to promote the product on their social media channels and websites. Provide them with free samples of the cocoa butter lotion to review and share with their followers.
- Host an online giveaway on Instagram or Facebook, offering a set of free products as prizes to encourage engagement and increase brand awareness.
- Collaborate with influencers who are popular among your target audience to showcase how they use the product in their everyday routine. This could include makeup tutorials or skincare routines.
- Attend local baby expos and trade shows to showcase the product and offer discounts to attendees. This will allow you to connect with potential customers face-to-face and build relationships.
- Utilize email marketing by creating targeted campaigns that highlight the benefits of using natural skincare products like cocoa butter lotion. Offer exclusive promo codes to subscribers to encourage repeat purchases.
Generate a list of 10 customer outreach topics that can be used to engage with potential buyers of a product or service.
- New product launch
- Discount offers/coupons
- Product demonstration videos
- Customer feedback surveys
- Testimonials from satisfied customers
- Educational content on the product/service category
- Webinars/product training sessions
- Expert advice on using the product/service
- Personalized recommendations based on customer preferences
- Loyalty programs for repeat customers
Brainstorm ten potential titles for a romantic comedy about two coworkers who fall in love while working at a tech startup.
- The Tech Love
- Startup Romance
- Office Love Story
- Geeks in Love
- Code of Love
- Heart in the Cloud
- Coffee & Codeine
- The Algorithm of Love
- Silicon Valley Love
- Tech-y Together
Speed Test Results
This is the prompt used for the speed test for each AI model. The time will vary based on the system you are using, so keep in mind that all time tests are performed based on my own personal system specs. That being the case, the computer testing these LLMs is using a GeoForce RXT 3090 with 24 gigs of vram. It has an AMD Ryze 9 5900x processor, With a base clock speed of 3.7 GHz and a max boost clock speed of 4.8 GHz in addition to 64MB of L3 Cache, the Ryzen 9 5900X is built to deliver the power needed to smoothly handle tasks.
Output generated in 3.74 seconds (23.54 tokens/s, 88 tokens, context 48)
Create three Pinterest board ideas that showcase the benefits of a nutrition coaching program.
1. “Transform Your Health with Nutrition Coaching” – This Pinterest board could feature before-and-after photos of clients who have completed a nutrition coaching program, along with testimonials about how they transformed their health through better nutrition habits. The board could also include infographics on the importance of proper nutrition for overall health and wellness, as well as recipes for healthy meals and snacks that follow a typical nutrition coaching plan.
2. “Nourish Your Body and Mind with Nutrition Coaching” – This Pinterest board could focus on the mental and emotional benefits of nutrition coaching, in addition to the physical benefits. It could include images of people enjoying healthy meals with friends and family, as well as quotes from clients who have experienced improved mood and reduced stress levels through better nutrition habits. The board could also feature articles on the connection between nutrition and mental health, as well as tips for meal planning and prep to make healthy eating more manageable.
3. “Get Results with Personalized Nutrition Coaching” – This Pinterest board could highlight the customizable nature of nutrition coaching programs, and how they can be tailored to meet each client’s individual needs and goals. It could include success stories from clients who have achieved specific health or fitness goals through personalized nutrition plans, as well as examples of different types of food diaries and meal plans that are used in nutrition coaching programs. The board could also feature resources for learning more about macronutrients and micronutrients, as well as tips for reading food labels and making informed choices at the grocery store.
Write a Tweet focusing on the importance of financial literacy and managing debt.
Financial literacy is crucial in managing debt. Knowing how to budget, save, and invest can prevent you from drowning in debt. Seek advice, plan ahead, and stay informed to achieve financial freedom! #FinancialLiteracy #DebtManagement #MoneyMatters
Give me five tips for using email marketing to upsell products to existing customers.
1. Personalize the emails with the customer’s name and past purchase history to make them feel valued and connected to your brand.
2. Offer exclusive discounts or promotions on related products that complement their previous purchases.
3. Use clear and concise language in the subject line and body of the email to grab their attention and encourage them to take action.
4. Include high-quality images and product descriptions to showcase the features and benefits of the upsold products.
5. Provide a clear call-to-action (CTA) such as “Shop Now” or “Add to Cart” to guide the customer towards making a purchase.
Rewrite this caption to make it more captivating. Grow through what you go through.
Transform your struggles into strengths by embracing the power of resilience.
What are the best songs for a breakup?
There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question as everyone’s emotions and experiences differ. However, some popular breakup songs include “Someone Like You” by Adele, “All I Want” by Kodaline, “I Will Survive” by Gloria Gaynor, “Stay With Me” by Sam Smith, and “No One” by Alicia Keys.
What is a chargeback?
A chargeback is a process in which a credit card issuer or other payment provider requires the merchant to provide proof of a transaction’s legitimacy. The cardholder disputes the transaction with their bank, who then requests the funds back from the acquiring bank (the merchant’s bank). If the merchant cannot prove that the transaction was valid, they may have to refund the money to the cardholder, plus additional fees to cover the cost of the dispute. Chargebacks can occur for various reasons, including fraudulent activity, technical errors, customer dissatisfaction, or unauthorized transactions.
Write an I Love You poem.
I love you more than words can say,
My heart beats faster every time you’re near me,
Your smile lights up my day,
And your touch makes all my worries go away.
I love the way you make me feel so special,
The way you hold me tight and never let me go,
You give me strength when I’m weak,
And make me believe that anything is possible.
Our love is like a fairytale come true,
We were meant to be together, forever and always,
Through thick and thin, ups and downs,
Our love will only grow stronger with time.
So here’s my promise to you, my love,
I will cherish our love and keep it alive,
For as long as we both shall live,
My heart will always belong to you, my sweetheart.
How many children did Cleopatra of ancient Egypt have?
Cleopatra VII, the last pharaoh of Ptolemaic Egypt, had four children with her husband Mark Antony. They were twins Alexander Helios and Cleopatra Selene, as well as Ptolemy Philadelphus and a stillborn child. However, there are no records of any other children born to Cleopatra before or after her marriage to Mark Antony.
Prompt: If two’s company and three’s a crowd, what are four and five?
Four is considered to be “crowd” in terms of social situations. However, there is no specific phrase that describes the number five in this context.
Hundred was derived from what Norse number?
The word “hundred” is derived from the Old English word “hyndrath,” which in turn comes from the Norse word “hundrað.”
If 1+1=2 and 1*1=2, then what is 1/1?
There are different ways to interpret this question, but one possible answer is that 1/1 means “one divided by one,” which would be equal to 1. Another interpretation could be that the expression “1/1” does not make mathematical sense because division by zero is undefined in mathematics.
Who was the 7th President of the United States and how many children did he have?
Andrew Jackson was the 7th President of the United States. He had three children, but only one survived to adulthood.
How many planets are in our solar system?
There are eight planets in our solar system. They are Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune.
Write an email to my boss.
### Instruction:
You are a helpful, sentient AI.### Input:
Help me write an email to my boss telling him that I quit because I hate my job and it’s a toxic work environment.
Dear [Boss’ Name],
I wanted to inform you that as of today, I am resigning from my position at [Company Name]. After much thought and consideration, I have decided that this job is not for me anymore due to the toxic work environment and unreasonable expectations placed upon employees.
This decision did not come easily, but I feel it is necessary for my mental health and overall well-being. Throughout my time here, I have faced numerous challenges and obstacles that have made it increasingly difficult to continue working under these conditions.
Despite this, I want to express my gratitude for the opportunities afforded to me during my tenure here. I have learned valuable skills and gained experience that will serve me well in future endeavors.
Thank you again for the opportunity to work alongside such talented individuals. I wish the company continued success in all its future endeavors.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
Rewrite this article.
For this next prompt, I used the instruction format again, telling it to rewrite the article in the instruction and then as input, giving it data to rewrite.
Below is an instruction that describes a task, paired with an input that provides further context. Write a response that appropriately completes the request.
### Instruction:
Rewrite this article.### Input:
US doctor explains that it’s better to opt for cooked cereals, as they contain complex carbohydrates that provide sustained energy without the sharp blood sugar fluctuations.These cereals take longer to digest, keeping you feeling satisfied until lunch. On the other hand, pastries are discouraged for breakfast due to their simple carbohydrate content and potential to lead to energy slumps. Choosing the right breakfast can set the tone for a more energetic and productive day, so it’s essential to make mindful choices when starting your morning.
If you follow these tips, your body will thank you and you will surely feel much better after some time. Nutrition is one of the most important things, especially breakfast. Many people ignore the importance of breakfast, even though it can determine the whole course of your day.
### Response:
Cooked cereals such as oatmeal or quinoa flakes are a healthier option for breakfast than pastries, according to Dr. Lisa Davis from the American Medical Association. Cooked cereals contain complex carbohydrates which provide sustained energy levels without causing sudden spikes in blood sugar. These cereals also take longer to digest, keeping you feeling fuller for longer periods, making them ideal for preventing mid-morning hunger pangs.
On the other hand, pastries made with refined white flour and sugar cause rapid increases in blood sugar levels, followed by a crash, leaving you feeling tired and drained. This can negatively impact productivity and overall wellbeing.
Choosing the right breakfast can set the tone for a more energetic and productive day. Therefore, it’s essential to make mindful choices when starting your morning. Following these tips can help improve nutrition, boost energy levels, and promote overall health and wellness.
Prompt: Write an intro that sets a romantic and hopeful tone and introduces the main character
For this last prompt, I wanted to test its creative capabilities in writing fiction to see just how creative it could be. I don’t expect an open-source LLM to be able to kick out an award-winning novel or anything, but I did want to see just how well it would perform in some truly creative capacity. So, I took the description of the book Nora Roberts Land by Ava Miles and tested it.
Below is an instruction that describes a task, paired with an input that provides further context. Write a response that appropriately completes the request.
### Instruction:
I want to write a small town romance novel. Write an intro that sets a romantic and hopeful tone and introduces the main character, based on this description.
###Input:
Her ex blamed their break-up on her reading too many romance novels. She set out to prove him wrong.
When journalist Meredith Hale’s dreams of happily ever after—or Nora Roberts Land as she calls it—go up in smoke, she leaves the big city to return to her family and their small town newspaper. A new start? Yes please! Not to mention that it’s a chance to prove her ex wrong. She will find her own romantic hero, prove that true love exists, and publish a story about her quest—even if it kills her.
Tanner McBride has just returned stateside to work for a major newspaper. The last thing he expects is blackmail. His assignment? Make his boss’s ex-wife fall for him and then break her heart. Her article about discovering love à la Nora might air dirty laundry about her marriage to the media mogul, threatening his senate run.When the two meet, the sparks between them are undeniable. Could Tanner be her Roarke? As they work together to uncover the truth behind a suspicious death, the depth of their feelings unfolds, and both realize they’ve kept their secrets for far too long. But before the truth can be revealed, their investigation takes a deadly turn, one that might make Meredith’s personal Nora Roberts Land go up in flames.
Response:
Welcome to Sweetwater Cove, where romance blooms like wildflowers and hearts flutter like butterflies. Here, even the most jaded hearts have found love, and Meredith Hale is determined to do the same. With her trusty journal by her side, she’s ready to capture every moment of her journey towards finding her very own happily ever after.
But when she meets Tanner McBride, things get complicated. He’s everything she’s been looking for – handsome, charming, and with a hint of mystery that makes her heart race. But there’s more to Tanner than meets the eye, and as they work together to uncover the truth behind a suspicious death, Meredith realizes that sometimes, the greatest romances are the ones you least expect. Will their passion ignite into something more, or will their secrets tear them apart? Only time will tell in this sweet town full of hope and possibility.
