AI Special Assist is a voice-enabled chatbot tailored to empower specially-abled individuals. Designed with accessibility in mind, it transforms old, unused smartphones into helpful personal assistants, enabling users to ask anything through voice commands — making technology more inclusive and sustainable.
This project aligns with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 12: Responsible Consumption and Production, promoting the reuse of electronic devices and reducing e-waste.
- 🎙️ Voice Recognition – Hands-free, real-time speech interaction.
- 🧠 AI-Powered Responses – Natural and intelligent replies for any query.
- 🌗 Light/Dark Mode – Switchable UI theme for better visual comfort.
- 🧑🦽 Accessibility-Centric Design – Easy navigation for specially-abled individuals.
- 📱 Optimized for Old Devices – Lightweight and smooth performance on outdated smartphones.
- 🔁 Sustainable Use of Tech – Revives unused electronics for social good.
git clone https:https://github.com/monikagotnochills/AI-powered-Chatbot-for-special-kids
### 2. Open the Application
Simply open `index.html` in a modern browser (Chrome recommended for full voice support).
### 3. Run the Backend
Ensure your backend API (AQUILIFY) is running and listening on:
http://localhost:39715/instance/home
This endpoint should handle incoming chatbot queries and return AI-generated responses.
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## 🧪 Tech Stack
- **Frontend:** HTML, TailwindCSS, JavaScript
- **Speech-to-Text:** Web Speech API
- **Text-to-Speech:** Speech Synthesis API
- **Backend:** Aquilify (for chat logic)
- **Icons:** Phosphor Icons
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## 🌍 SDG 12 Alignment
This project contributes to **SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production** by:
- Extending the life of old smartphones.
- Reducing e-waste.
- Promoting inclusive, assistive technology.
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## 🤝 Contributing
We welcome community contributions! To contribute:
1. Fork the repository.
2. Create a new branch: `git checkout -b feature-name`
3. Commit your changes: `git commit -m "Add new feature"`
4. Push to your branch and open a Pull Request.
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## 🛡️ License
This project is licensed under the **MIT License** — feel free to use, modify, and distribute.
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## 🙌 Acknowledgements
- All accessibility advocates and open-source contributors.
- Inspired by real-world challenges faced by specially-abled individuals.
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## 📬 Contact
- **Name:** Monika sharma
- **Email:** [ms3319341@gmail.com](mailto:ms3319341@gmail.com)
- **LinkedIn:** [monika sharma](https://www.linkedin.com/in/monika-sharma-07a135319/)
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