This technical report describes the pilot project on the use of ChatGPT as an initial input source for identifying emerging task statements within a particular topic or content area. The OpenAI API proved to be an effective, efficient method for gathering initial data-driven insights. Drone-specific emerging task candidates were identified via ChatGPT, reviewed and processed by occupational analysts, and then validated by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). The three-step process led to the update of task listings for 55 occupations. Importantly, the use of “drones” or “uncrewed aerial vehicles,” an emerging workplace technology, will now be better represented within the O*NET Database.
The process and lessons learned will serve as a guideline for use in future implementations within a different topic or emerging content/technology area, providing a supplemental input source for maintaining the currency of O*NET task information.
