As an analyst, the author spends a significant amount of time writing SQL code to answer various business questions. To simplify the process, they have been exploring automation options, including the use of GPT-3. GPT-3 is a text-completion engine trained on a vast amount of internet data. The author has found success with GPT-3 Instruct, which allows them to provide specific instructions for generating syntactically correct SQL code. They have shared their experience, including examples and instructions, to demonstrate GPT-3’s capabilities. While GPT-3 is helpful for simpler queries, more complex concepts still require human intervention. Overall, GPT-3 proves to be a useful tool for automating SQL code generation and assisting beginners in SQL syntax.
| Signal | Change | 10y horizon | Driving force |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automation of SQL queries using GPT-3 | Automation of SQL query writing | Improved accuracy and efficiency in generating SQL queries | Desire to automate and streamline data analysis processes |