I've been trying to use ChatGPT for coding help, but it's been a disaster. I attempted to get it to add a few lines to some code under 100 lines, but it just kept making up things that weren't even in the code. It referred to features and files that don't exist at all. I tried to engage it by asking it to think harder and clarify where it got its suggestions, but nothing worked. Am I doing something wrong? Do I need a paid version to get better results? Also, here's the link to the chat if that helps: [link].
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I've had decent experiences too, but it varies. Sometimes ChatGPT can save a lot of time, and other times it's just off-target. Honestly, I primarily use it for the dull, repetitive coding tasks. For anything complex, I'd still rely on my own skills!
One thing to keep in mind is which model you're using. If you're on the free version, it might not be as effective. Upgrading to the paid version, particularly the more robust models, can make a huge difference in coding assistance. It's much better than the basic options, trust me!
To get useful help, you really need to provide clear context and specifics. If you're asking about code, make sure to point out exactly what you want it to focus on. If it seems lost, it’s often because it lacks enough guidance from you!
That makes sense! I thought starting with a question would help, but maybe I need to be more detailed about what I need.