AI Chatbot Terms

A glossary of terms related to AI, chatbots and conversational marketing. Learn the lingo and become a chatbot expert.

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128K Context Window

A feature that allows models to consider larger amounts of information.

24/7 Product Support AI

An AI driven system that provides continuous support for ecommerce customers around the clock.

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Actionable Knowledge

Information or insights that can be directly applied to solve problems, take actions, or inform decisions in AI systems.

Active Learning

A machine learning approach where the model queries the user or an oracle for input on uncertain data.

Agent Memory

The ability of an agent or LLM to store, recall, and leverage past interactions or information during task execution.

Agentic Workflow

A workflow structure in which AI agents autonomously plan, reason, and execute sequences of tasks using available tools and knowledge.

Agents

Advanced AI systems capable of performing tasks in the real world.

AI (Artificial Intelligence)

The simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, especially computer systems.

AI Ecommerce Chatbot

AI powered chatbots designed to assist customers in online stores with product discovery, support, and transactions.

AI for Online Courses

The use of AI technologies to improve the creation, delivery, and personalization of online learning content.

AI for SaaS Support

The use of artificial intelligence to enhance customer support for SaaS platforms by automating responses and improving efficiency.

AI Healthcare Chatbot

An AI powered chatbot that provides medical information, patient triage, and healthcare support.

AI Search Bar

A website feature that allows visitors to instantly ask questions about the current page content and receive accurate context aware answers using AI.

AI Student Support

AI solutions that assist students with academic, emotional, and administrative support.

AI Tutor

An AI driven system that provides personalized teaching and guidance to students across various subjects.

Algorithm

A set of rules or procedures for solving a problem or accomplishing a task.

API Rate Limiting

A mechanism for controlling how frequently users or agents can make API requests to prevent abuse and ensure fairness.

APIs

Application Programming Interfaces that enable GPTs to connect with other services and data.

Assistants API

An API designed for building conversational AI models.

Augmented Language Models

Language models enhanced with external knowledge sources, such as embeddings or vector databases, to improve performance in tasks like retrieval and question answering.

Autonomous Agent

An AI system capable of making decisions, planning, and acting independently to achieve specific goals.

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Bi-Encoder

An encoder that independently generates embeddings for queries and documents for scalable retrieval.

Bot Personality

The character or persona a chatbot exhibits during interactions, defined by its tone, style, and manner of communication.

Bot Training

The process of improving a chatbot's performance by feeding it data and refining its algorithms.

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Cart Abandonment Recovery AI

AI systems designed to identify and re-engage customers who leave items in their online shopping carts.

Chain-of-Thought Reasoning

A prompting technique where LLMs generate multi-step reasoning, explanations, or solutions by thinking step by step.

Chat History

A record of past interactions and conversations between the user and the chatbot.

Chatbot Deployment

The process of integrating and making a chatbot live on a platform or channel for users to interact with.

Chatbot Flow

The sequence and structure of interactions that a chatbot follows during a conversation.

Chatbot Framework

A platform or set of tools used to build, test, and deploy chatbots.

Chatbot Metrics

Quantitative measures used to evaluate and optimize the performance, efficiency, and user satisfaction of chatbots.

Chatbot Platform

A software or service that provides tools and infrastructure to design, develop, train, and deploy chatbots.

ChatGPT Plus

A subscription level for users to access advanced GPT models.

Churn Prediction AI

AI systems that analyze customer behavior and usage data to predict the likelihood of churn in SaaS businesses.

Code Interpreter

A system or tool that allows LLMs to write, execute, and debug code in real-time as part of reasoning or automation.

Context Injection

The technique of dynamically adding relevant context or data into LLM prompts or agent workflows to improve accuracy and relevance.

Context Window

The range of input tokens or text that an AI model considers when generating or retrieving responses.

Context-Aware Generation

A generation technique where AI models create content based on the broader context of the input, including user history and prior interactions.

Contextual Embeddings

Embeddings that capture the meaning of words or phrases based on the surrounding context.

Contextual Page Search

A search method where the AI uses the meaning and context of the current page to answer queries.

Contextual Prompt Injection

The process of adding page specific or context relevant data into the AI's prompt before generating an answer.

Contextual Retrieval

A retrieval technique that incorporates the broader context of a query, such as user history or dialogue flow.

Contextual Understanding

The ability of a system to understand the context in which a user's input is given.

Continuous Learning

An AI system's ability to constantly adapt and improve its performance by learning from new data over time.

Conversational Agent

A software program designed to simulate conversation with human users.

Conversational Design

The process of crafting effective and natural dialogues for chatbots and virtual assistants.

Conversational UI

User interfaces that enable interaction with the user in a conversational manner.

Cross-Encoder

A type of encoder that jointly processes query-document pairs to determine relevance.

Custom GPTs

Tailored versions of ChatGPT for specific tasks or knowledge areas.

Custom Instructions

Features allowing users to set preferences for how ChatGPT operates.

Customer Onboarding Automation

The use of AI and automation tools to streamline the process of guiding new customers through SaaS onboarding.

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DALL·E 3

The latest version of OpenAI’s image generation model.

Deep Learning

A type of machine learning that uses neural networks with many layers.

Dense Retrieval

A retrieval method that uses dense vector embeddings, enabling semantic search and advanced contextual retrieval.

Dialog Management

The component of a chatbot that handles the flow of conversation.

Disambiguation

The process where a chatbot seeks clarity on ambiguous user input to provide the most accurate response.

Document Indexing

The process of organizing and storing documents in a structured format to enable efficient retrieval.

Document Retrieval

The process of retrieving relevant documents from a collection, often powered by vector embeddings and semantic search.

Document Similarity

A measure of how similar two or more documents are based on their content or embeddings.

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Embedding Space Alignment

The process of ensuring embeddings from different models or datasets are compatible for comparison or integration.

Embeddings

Dense numerical representations of data, such as text or images, used in tasks like semantic search and retrieval.

End-to-End Learning

A training approach where a system learns to map inputs directly to outputs, minimizing intermediate steps or feature engineering.

Entities

Specific pieces of information extracted from user input, like names, dates, and products.

Entity Extraction

The process of identifying and classifying key information or data points from user input in a chatbot conversation.

External Knowledge Bases

Structured or unstructured data repositories used by AI systems to retrieve information and enhance responses.

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Fallback Response

A default response given by a chatbot when it cannot understand or process the user's input.

Feedback Loop

A mechanism that allows systems to learn from their actions by receiving feedback on their performance.

Few-Shot Learning

An approach where AI models are trained to perform tasks with only a few labeled examples.

Few-Shot Prompting

A prompting method where models are shown a small number of examples to guide their outputs for new tasks.

Fine-Tuning

Adjusting a pre-trained model to perform better on specific tasks or datasets.

Fine-Tuning Retrievers

The process of adapting retrieval models to specific tasks or datasets by training them on task-relevant examples.

Function Calling

AI’s ability to execute specific tasks or functions within a program.

Function Calling API

An interface that allows LLMs or agents to trigger external functions, APIs, or tools programmatically during reasoning.

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Generative AI

AI systems designed to create new content, such as text, images, or audio, based on learned patterns and input context.

Generative Pretraining

A training phase where AI models learn to predict and generate text based on large-scale datasets.

GPT Store

A marketplace for sharing and discovering custom GPTs.

GPT-4 Turbo

An advanced GPT-4 iteration with enhanced speed and performance.

Guardrails

Policies, rules, or constraints that ensure AI models act safely, ethically, and within desired boundaries.

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Human Feedback (RLHF)

A training method where human preferences or corrections are used to align and improve AI model behavior.

Human-in-the-loop (HITL)

A model where human intervention assists in the decision-making process of an automated system.

Hybrid Search (Dense + Sparse Retrieval)

A search method that combines dense and sparse retrieval techniques to improve accuracy and relevance.

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In-Context Learning

A method where models are guided to perform tasks using examples provided in the input prompt.

Index Refreshing

The process of updating retrieval system indices to reflect changes in the underlying data.

Integration APIs

Set of protocols and tools that allow different software applications to communicate and work together.

Intent Classification

The process of determining the specific goal or purpose behind a user's input in a conversation with a chatbot.

Intent Recognition

The ability of a chatbot to understand and identify what a user wants to achieve.

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JSON Mode

A format enabling structured data handling by AI models.

JSON‑RPC 2.0 Transport

A lightweight, standardized protocol for remote procedure calls (RPC) using JSON, commonly used in AI system integrations.

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Knowledge Base

A centralized repository of information that chatbots or systems use to answer user queries.

Knowledge Cut-Off

The date or point in time after which an AI model does not have knowledge of new events or data.

Knowledge Distillation

A technique where a smaller model learns from a larger, more complex model, retaining critical knowledge while reducing size.

Knowledge Graphs

Structured representations of information, linking entities and their relationships to facilitate efficient knowledge retrieval.

Knowledge Injection

The process of incorporating external knowledge into AI models to improve performance and accuracy.

Knowledge Retrieval

The process of extracting relevant information from a knowledge base or database, using methods like semantic search and embeddings.

Knowledge Retrieval Augmentation

A technique that enhances AI model outputs by integrating retrieved knowledge into the generation process.

Knowledge-Grounded Generation

A generative AI approach where outputs are grounded in external knowledge sources, such as documents or databases.

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Live Chat

A real-time communication method between customers and support agents or sales representatives via a website or application.

Live Page Context Embedding

A technique where the AI dynamically generates and updates embeddings of the current page content in real time for highly accurate responses.

LLM Orchestration

The process of coordinating large language models (LLMs), tools, and workflows to accomplish complex tasks.

llms.txt File

A standardized markdown file located at the root of a website, designed to provide large language models (LLMs) with concise, structured information about the site’s content.

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Machine Learning (ML)

A subset of AI that allows systems to learn and improve from experience without being explicitly programmed.

MCP (Model Context Protocol) Servers

Servers implementing the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to enable advanced, tool-augmented, and multi-modal LLM interactions.

MCP Client

A software component that communicates with MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers to enable advanced AI orchestration and tool-augmented workflows.

Memory Augmentation

A method where external memory modules or databases are integrated with AI systems to enhance their knowledge and context retention.

Middleware

Software layers that offer services and capabilities between the chatbot platform and external systems or databases.

Model Training

The process by which machine learning models learn from data.

Multi-Turn Dialogue with Retrieval

A conversational AI approach where retrieval systems provide relevant information for multi-turn interactions.

Multimodal Capabilities

The ability of AI to understand and generate different data types like text and images.

Multimodal Interaction

Interactions involving multiple modes or channels of communication, such as voice, text, and visuals.

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Natural Language Processing (NLP)

A branch of AI that deals with the interaction between computers and human language.

Negative Sampling in Retrieval

A training technique where irrelevant data points are sampled to improve the performance of retrieval models.

Neural Network

Computing systems inspired by the structure and functioning of the human brain.

Neural Retrieval

A retrieval method that uses deep learning models to generate embeddings and match queries with documents.

N×M Integration Problem

A systems challenge where every one of N tools must be integrated with every one of M models or agents, leading to exponential complexity.

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Observation-Action Loop

A core pattern in agentic AI where an agent observes the environment, reasons, and acts repeatedly to accomplish tasks.

Omnichannel

A multi-channel approach to sales or customer service that provides an integrated and cohesive customer experience.

Open-Domain Question Answering

A task where AI systems answer questions using information retrieved from a wide range of unstructured data sources.

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Page Context Awareness

The ability for an AI system to understand and use the specific content of the current page when generating responses.

Page-Aware Query Processing

A method where AI processes a user's query with direct reference to the current page content.

Passage Retrieval

A retrieval technique that identifies specific passages within documents to answer user queries effectively.

Patient Support Automation

The use of AI and automation tools to provide continuous support and engagement for patients.

Pattern Matching

A technique where chatbots recognize specific patterns in user input to generate responses.

Payload

A specific piece of data or instruction sent by a chatbot or received by it to trigger a certain action.

Plugin Ecosystem

A modular system allowing developers to extend AI agent or LLM functionality by adding third-party tools, APIs, or workflows.

Pre-trained Models

Machine learning models that have been previously trained on large datasets and can be fine-tuned or adapted for specific tasks.

Pretrained Language Models (PLMs)

AI models that are pre-trained on large datasets to understand and generate human language effectively.

Privacy Controls

Options for users to manage their data and how it's used by AI models.

Prompt Engineering

The practice of designing effective prompts to guide AI models in generating desired responses.

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Question Answering (QA)

An AI application that provides accurate and context-aware answers to user queries based on a knowledge base or retrieved data.

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RAG Tokenization

A tokenization method optimized for retrieval-augmented generation to balance efficiency and accuracy.

Reasoning Engine

A system or component that enables AI agents to perform multi-step reasoning, logic, and decision-making.

Reinforcement Learning

A type of machine learning where models learn to make decisions through trial and error.

Reproducible Outputs

The consistency of AI in generating the same results under the same conditions.

Response Generation

The process by which AI systems produce replies or actions in response to user input.

Retrieval Augmentation Pipeline

A system that combines retrieval and generation processes to enhance AI model outputs with relevant knowledge.

Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)

A framework that combines retrieval and generation to produce responses grounded in external knowledge, leveraging techniques like dense retrieval and knowledge retrieval.

Retrieval Fusion

A technique that combines results from multiple retrieval methods to improve relevance and accuracy.

Retrieval Latency

The time it takes for a retrieval system to fetch relevant information in response to a query.

Retrieval-based Models

AI models that rely on retrieving relevant information, often using techniques like sparse retrieval or dense retrieval, rather than generating responses from scratch.

Retriever Encoder

A model component used to encode queries and documents into embeddings for retrieval tasks.

Retriever-Generator Framework

A framework combining retrieval and generation models to produce accurate, context-rich responses.

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Safety Mitigations

Measures to prevent misuse of GPTs and ensure ethical usage.

Scripted Responses

Pre-defined replies or messages that a chatbot uses in specific scenarios or for certain user inputs.

Semantic Search

A search method that uses embeddings to understand the meaning behind queries and documents, enhancing retrieval relevance.

Sentiment Analysis

A technique used to determine the sentiment or emotion expressed in a piece of text.

Session

A single interaction or series of interactions between a user and a chatbot during a specific timeframe.

Slot Filling

A technique used in conversational AI to gather specific pieces of information from the user.

Sparse Retrieval

A retrieval method that uses traditional term-matching techniques, such as TF-IDF or BM25, to find relevant documents.

Speech to Text

A technology that converts spoken language into written text.

System Prompt

An instruction or set of guidelines given to an AI model to define its behavior, tone, or constraints for a session.

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Telemedicine AI Assistant

An AI assistant that supports telemedicine by streamlining virtual consultations and patient interactions.

Text to Speech

A technology that converts written text into audible speech.

Text-to-Speech (TTS)

Technology that converts digital text into spoken voice output.

Threshold

A predefined limit or value that determines specific actions or outcomes based on comparison with incoming data.

Token Embeddings

Vector representations of individual tokens, such as words or subwords, used in language models.

Tool Use / Tool Integration

The ability of AI agents or models to utilize external tools, APIs, or systems as part of their reasoning or action process.

Toolformer

A technique or model that augments large language models with autonomous tool usage for enhanced reasoning and real-world actions.

Toolformer Pattern

A design approach for integrating autonomous tool use and decision-making within large language models.

Training Data

Data used to teach and refine machine learning models.

Transformer Models

A machine learning architecture used primarily in the field of natural language processing (NLP).

Turing Test

A test of a machine's ability to exhibit intelligent behavior indistinguishable from that of a human.

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Updated GPT-3.5 Turbo

A new iteration of GPT-3.5 with expanded capabilities and improved efficiency.

USB‑C for AI

A metaphor for universal, plug-and-play standards in AI—enabling effortless compatibility between models, tools, and platforms.

Utterance

Any input or phrase that a user communicates to a chatbot during a conversation.

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Vector Databases

Databases designed to store and query high-dimensional vector embeddings for tasks like semantic search and dense retrieval.

Voice Assistant

A digital assistant that uses voice recognition to interpret and respond to user commands.

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Webhooks

Automated messages sent from apps when something happens.

Widget

A small software component that provides a specific functionality, often used to integrate chatbots into websites or apps.

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Zero-Shot Learning

A machine learning approach where models perform tasks without having seen labeled examples for those tasks during training.

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