ChatGPT’s Scheduled Tasks

What problem does ChatGPT Scheduled Tasks solve?

Managing reminders and scheduled tasks is more or less a solved problem. But most of the current scheduled task tools are simplistic—they simply send a reminder without any reasoning or proactive work. If these tools could perform tasks or offer insights before the reminder, they would be far more effective.

Scheduled Tasks transforms ChatGPT from a conversational partner into a proactive assistant, automating routine tasks and sending timely notifications to users. Scheduled Tasks is the first native ChatGPT feature with built-in agency. Think of this as a coordinator that can do basic actions for you (at least for now) and probably do much more in the future.

How to access:

• Go to chatgpt.com
• Select “ChatGPT with scheduled tasks” in the model dropdown menu, and
• Set your tasks through the interface or by asking ChatGPT directly.

Scheduled Tasks can help you:

• Streamline your routines: Set recurring tasks like daily reminders or language-learning challenges.
• Enhance productivity: Automate prompts for work or personal projects, such as coding practice.
• Stay informed: Schedule daily briefings on topics like AI news or market updates.

Example:

Suppose you’re a software developer preparing for a technical interview. Here’s how Scheduled Tasks can assist:

• Set a Task: Ask ChatGPT, “Create a daily coding challenge for me every morning at 8 AM.”
• Receive Prompts: At the scheduled time, ChatGPT generates fresh programming puzzles tailored to your skill level.
• Stay Notified: Notifications on your device ensure you never miss a challenge, whether online or offline.
• Track Progress: Review completed challenges at your convenience.

What makes Scheduled Tasks special?

• Proactive Assistance: Tasks execute even if you’re offline, ensuring consistency.
• Versatility: Supports both one-off and recurring tasks across platforms.
• A Glimpse into the Future: This feature hints at OpenAI’s ambitions for AI as a fully autonomous digital assistant, paving the way for upcoming systems like Operator.

With Tasks, ChatGPT evolves from a reactive chatbot to a proactive partner in your daily life. Try it out and reimagine your productivity!

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