The Best Free Open-Source Alternative to ChatGPT Operator
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Summary
ChatGPT Operator is an AI tool that can control a web browser and perform tasks, but costs $200 per month
The alternative offered is Browser Use, an open-source AI tool which performs the same functions but costs considerably less
Setting up the tool involves obtaining Python 3.11 and API access from OpenAI, or another API, and creating a virtual environment in VS Code.
Further steps are necessary to install Browser Use using pip in the terminal, and the AI agent can be programmed for certain tasks once set up is complete.
Testing of the alternative showed it was capable of performing tasks such as Googling pages and searching for specific products, but had issues with tasks that involved filling in multiple fields.
The article concludes that the technology is in its infancy and now is the time to get involved for those willing to tinker with the set-up.
