File Search tool(RAG) from OpenAI



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Video Summary: File Search Application with Conversation State Management

1. Introduction

  • Discusses file search capabilities in the context of a new responses API and conversation state management.

2. Creating a Vector Store

  • A Victor store is required for file search applications.
  • Can be created via API or dashboard.
  • Demonstrated creation of text files (1.txt and 2.txt) from Wikipedia articles.
  • Files uploaded to a new Vector store labeled ‘test files’.

3. Using the File Search Tool

  • Introduces conversation state management, which can be handled manually or automatically by OpenAI.
  • Emphasizes the importance of adhering to documentation for accurate functionality.
  • Creation of a chat application that leverages file search functionality.

4. Implementation Steps

  • Code snippets shared for setting up the application, including the use of Victor store ID.
  • Discussion of result retrieval customization using k-value (number of results fetched).

5. Functionality Testing

  • Demonstrated querying and citing specific files related to user prompts.
  • Examination of how the application handles general knowledge versus specific file-related queries.

6. Metadata Filtering

  • Potential for metadata-driven search narrowing, particularly useful in large document collections.
  • Discussion on attribute filtering for refining search results based on user-defined criteria.

7. Conclusion

  • Summarizes capabilities and potential enhancements for the file search application.
  • Encourages exploration of retrieval attributes and customization options.