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Subito: Enhancing Video Accessibility through AI-Powered Subtitles

Inspiration

Ever been lost in translation with auto-generated subtitles? We've been there too. Imagine a world where every video unfolds its story to everyone, no matter their hearing ability or how well they understand the language spoken. That's the world we envisioned when we started working on Subito. We wanted to bridge the gap, making videos enjoyable for the deaf community, non-native speakers, and frankly, anyone who's ever been frustrated by subtitles that just don't get it right.

What it does

Subito is our love letter to inclusive video content. Leveraging the power of the Cohere API, we've built a tool that doesn't just create subtitles—it smartens them up. Subito looks beyond the words spoken, understanding the context to correct and refine subtitles in real-time. This means enhanced accuracy, making videos more accessible and enjoyable for a broader audience, including those who rely on subtitles the most.

How we built it

Our adventure with Subito started with getting to grips with the Cohere API, fascinated by its knack for understanding language like a human does. We crafted a process that transforms spoken words into text and then lets Cohere do its magic, fine-tuning the subtitles with an understanding of context and conversation nuance. The result? A platform that's easy for creators to use and makes videos more engaging for viewers.

Challenges we ran into

The road was bumpy at times. Getting our AI to grasp the full context and subtleties of language was no small feat. We also hustled to make sure Subito delivers its smarter subtitles quickly, because who likes to wait? And we wanted to ensure that anyone, tech-savvy or not, could use Subito effortlessly. Balancing sophistication with simplicity was our mantra, and while it was challenging, it was also incredibly rewarding.

Accomplishments that we're proud of

We're beaming with pride over Subito's ability to make video content more accessible and enjoyable for a diverse audience. Overcoming the tech hurdles to deliver a tool that can accurately auto-correct subtitles using context clues feels like a win not just for us, but for everyone who's ever felt left out by inaccurate subtitles.

What we learned

This journey has been an eye-opener on the impact of accessibility in digital content and the wonders of AI in breaking down barriers. We've grown as a team, sharpened our problem-solving skills, and learned that perseverance is key when developing tech solutions that can change lives.

What's next for Subito

We're just getting started. Expanding Subito to understand more languages and dialects is up next, making sure everyone, everywhere can feel included. We're also eyeing integrations with various video platforms to streamline the subtitle correction process. And, of course, we'll keep refining our AI to tackle even more complex language nuances. Our dream is for Subito to set a new standard in video accessibility, one subtitle at a time.

Built With

• cohere
• javascript
• react