Code Interpreter , Codeless Analytics, Too good to be true? (Part 1)

Samuel Chan
5 min readJul 26, 2023

The OpenAI GPT-4 code interpreter has been making waves since its launch about three weeks ago, leading many to question if AI can replace data analysts. In this article, we will take an objective approach to evaluate the code interpreter’s capabilities from a data analyst’s perspective, using the Tableau superstore dataset for our analysis.

Background: Tableau Superstore Dataset

The Tableau superstore dataset is a popular educational and testing tool for data analysts, containing over 9,000 sales records across four years. It is an essential resource for learning Tableau and taking the Tableau exam. This dataset should provide ample information for generating insights in our evaluation.

Role-Play Scenario

Imagine you are a data analyst working for a US furniture chain store, and your boss asks you to generate insights without providing specific requirements. As a data analyst, you would likely focus on understanding…

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Samuel Chan

Evangelist for Web3, Blockchain, AI/ML, and Data Science MSc Electronics