Hackathon: TestTame - AI-Powered E-Learning
Recently, I had the opportunity to participate in a hackathon DEFINE which was held in Mar Baselios College of Engineering and Technology (MBCET) in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala where we built TestTame, an AI-powered e-learning platform. Competing against brilliant minds in a high-pressure environment, our team emerged victorious by leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs) to enhance the learning experience.
What is TestTame?
TestTame is a web app designed to simplify learning by transforming study materials into interactive experiences. Users can upload PDFs or resources, which are then broken down into structured learning paths with AI-generated quizzes, YouTube recommendations, and categorized content for effective studying.
Features:
Smart PDF Breakdown: AI categorizes PDFs into different topics and difficulty levels.
Interactive Quizzes: Auto-generated quizzes enhance engagement and understanding.
YouTube Resource Suggestions: AI finds relevant videos to supplement learning.
AI Chat Assistant: Users can ask questions and get instant explanations.
Challenges We Faced
Our biggest hurdle was integrating a vector database to find similar content from PDFs. Due to time constraints, signing up for services and implementing SDKs was difficult. To overcome this, we used a JSON-based vector database, which was quick for the demo but required frequent clearing due to scalability issues.
The Final Victory
After 12 hours of coding, our hard work paid off! Judges were impressed by our innovation and real-world applicability. Winning this hackathon was a testament to teamwork, AI’s potential, and problem-solving under pressure.
Key Takeaways
LLMs can revolutionize education by making learning personalized and interactive.
Innovative problem-solving is crucial in fast-paced hackathons.
AI-driven solutions can bridge gaps in traditional learning methods.
Conclusion
Building TestTame was an unforgettable experience. This journey reinforced my passion for AI and problem-solving. As I continue exploring AI’s potential, I’m excited to take on new challenges and push boundaries even further!
DEVFOLIO:https://devfolio.co/projects/testtame-78d3
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