OpenAI assistant instructions override
I want to pass user related information to the assistant and I thought doing it through the instructions made sense. The issue I have is that when I do it, instructions from the playground get overriden. Any idea on how to avoid that? (You can see in the screenshots that the assistant forgot his name when I add the instructions)
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It seems like you're trying to customize instructions for an AI assistant while preserving the assistant's predefined capabilities, such as its name and other settings from the playground. In the BuildShip platform, instructions you pass via the API can override what's set up in the OpenAI playground, which can lead to the assistant forgetting or ignoring certain details like its name.
Here are some strategies to avoid this issue and ensure the assistant retains its default instructions while incorporating additional information in a balanced way:
1. Additive Instructions: Instead of replacing the existing instructions, you can append the new information to the existing playground settings. This can help in retaining the original settings while including the user-specific data.
2. Dynamic Parameters: Use dynamic parameters for portions of the instructions that need to change, like user-specific information, rather than overwriting the entire instruction block.
3. Modular Instructions: Break down the instructions into blocks where there can be a standard setup and a customizable block. Ensure the core instructions that define the assistant’s identity and capabilities are retained at all times.
4. API Field Management: If using the API, ensure that fields where you pass data do not fully replace existing content unless intended. Test parameters or consider modifying the specific part of the instruction that you aim to update.
5. Review Documentation: Consult the BuildShip guide to see if there's a specific setting that can be leveraged to prevent full instruction override, likely by controlling how new instructions are merged with existing ones.
6. Environment Testing: Try different environments or templates in BuildShip where managing instructions may differ, allowing for more robust customization without overrides.
If you have further questions on implementing these strategies, I'd recommend reaching out to BuildShip support for more tailored assistance regarding the functioning of the playground vs. API parameters.
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