Synthetic Users system architecture (the simplified version).
Foundation models underpin Synthetic Users with advanced capabilities, enhanced by synthetic data and RAG layers for realism and business alignment, all within a collaborative multi-agent framework for richer interactions.
Foundation models
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We are agnostic re which foundation model we use. So far, our entry level accounts are fed by GPT as OpenAIβs models have consistently surpassed their rivals in the multi dimensional facets necessary to create a Synthetic User.
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Emotional Relevance: Ability to resonate emotionally with users, increasing engagement and satisfaction.
Moral Alignment: Adherence to ethical standards, ensuring interactions are trustworthy and safe.
Creativity and Groundedness: Generation of novel, contextually relevant content that remains factually accurate.
Five-Factor Model: Integration of personality dimensions (Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness, Neuroticism) for more personalized interactions.
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Dealing with inception
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Models are increasingly using synthetic data for training. This leads to intriguing questions as these models create a kind of self-referencing reality, similar to a dream within a dream. Consider Hollywood kisses, which are mostly based on kisses from previous Hollywood movies. Eventually, they diverged from a natural kiss. More importantly, they influenced how people kiss worldwide. The imagined becomes reality.
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When we use synthetic data to train new models, we must make sure we stay connected to reality. Knowing which models to rely as the backbone to our Synthetic Users is a constant endeavour of comparison and evaluation.
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RAG
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The RAG layer plays a pivotal role in tailoring Synthetic Users to specific business needs by integrating domain-specific knowledge bases. This enables dynamic content generation that is both contextually relevant and aligned with business objectives.
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Customization through the RAG layer involves:
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Fine-tuning: Adjusting model parameters to align with the nuances of the business context.
Adaptability Assessment: Evaluating the Synthetic Users' ability to navigate unforeseen situations and their learning agility from these interactions.
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The integration of RAG enhances the Synthetic Users' utility, ensuring that they serve as effective tools tailored to specific business requirements.
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Multi-agent architecture for enhanced Synthetic User interactions
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In order to achieve the quality we are known for, we need different agents talking to each other to create diverse and detailed interviews. This will help bring out the insights you need in your research.
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Achieving high-quality Synthetic User interactions necessitates a multi-agent architecture where different agents collaborate, negotiate, and learn from each other. This architecture fosters:
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Robust Communication Protocols: Establishing efficient channels for inter-agent communication, crucial for coordinating complex interactions and negotiations.
Feedback Loop Mechanism: A continuous learning framework where agents adapt based on interaction outcomes, leading to iterative improvements in performance.
What is RAG and why itβs important for Synthetic Research
Ahead of our RAG launch we explain Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and how it enhances Synthetic Users by providing increased realism, contextual depth, and adaptive learning, with profound implications for market research, user experience testing, training, education, and innovative product development.
Synthetic Users system architecture (the simplified version).
Foundation models underpin Synthetic Users with advanced capabilities, enhanced by synthetic data and RAG layers for realism and business alignment, all within a collaborative multi-agent framework for richer interactions.
Saturation score. How do we know how many interviews to run?
Determine your interview target for achieving topic saturation using our efficient approach, leveraging the historical wisdom of research pioneers. This method ensures deep insights with theoretical sampling at its core.
Three research papers that helped us build β€οΈ Synthetic Users
For the sceptics amongst us who need more tangible research in order to engage with this brave new world. Full disclosure: we are part of the sceptics.
Synthetic Users: Merging Qualitative and Quantitative Research, in seconds.
At Synthetic users we are blurring the lines between qualitative and quantitative research. Here's how we are going about this transformative approach.