Using ChatGPT to Learn Erlang

Georgiana Chelu's talk at Code BEAM Europe 2023 focuses on how ChatGPT can be used to aid in learning Erlang. Given the vast amount of resources available, it can be challenging for learners to know where to start. ChatGPT can act as a 24/7 mentor, explaining specific concepts, creating study plans, generating Erlang code examples, providing project ideas, and identifying both good and bad coding practices. Chelu highlights how users can tailor ChatGPT responses to their preferences, ask it to adopt various fun teaching personas, and use it for code review. Limitations are also discussed, such as ChatGPT's propensity for mistakes, necessitating a critical mind and skepticism from the user. Ultimately, ChatGPT serves as a powerful tool for initial learning, but users are advised to verify its suggestions and engage with actual coding communities for complex issues.