Project Story

Inspiration

This project was born from a simple yet profound realization: feedback is essential, but it can often feel overwhelming, especially when there are thousands of reviews to sift through. I’ve seen countless teams and businesses struggle to make sense of the sheer volume of feedback, losing out on valuable insights because they simply couldn’t manage it all. I wanted to change that. I wanted to create something that could turn the chaos of unstructured feedback into clarity and direction.

What it does

Our FastAPI platform simplifies managing thousands of reviews by summarizing them into concise, AI-generated sentences. This not only saves businesses time but also makes decision-making more efficient. It transforms extensive feedback into actionable insights, allowing teams to focus on what really matters.

How we built it

We used FastAPI for its speed and simplicity, along with OpenAI’s GPT model to generate precise summaries of reviews. The data is stored in SQLite for lightweight access, and we used Jinja2 templates to render a user-friendly interface. Every component was crafted with care, aiming for an intuitive experience that anyone can use.

Challenges we ran into

The journey was filled with challenges, particularly in integrating AI summarization. There were moments of doubt when the model didn’t generate the expected summaries, leading to frustrations in tuning it for conciseness and completeness. The emotional toll was significant, especially when obstacles felt insurmountable, but perseverance drove me forward.

Accomplishments that we're proud of

We are proud of successfully creating a platform that effectively summarizes extensive reviews, providing clarity to teams that previously felt overwhelmed. The seamless integration of FastAPI and OpenAI’s technology stands as a testament to our hard work, along with the positive feedback we’ve received from early users who found value in the tool.

What we learned

Building this project taught me invaluable lessons in technical skills and the power of perseverance. I learned to celebrate small victories, push through frustrations, and recognize that solutions often lie in simple ideas. It reinforced my belief that technology can genuinely make life easier when created with compassion and understanding.

What's next for HReview

Looking ahead, we plan to enhance the platform by incorporating user feedback for further improvements, adding new features such as user analytics and personalized insights. Our goal is to expand its capabilities to support even more users and make the review process as efficient and beneficial as possible. We envision HReview becoming an indispensable tool for teams striving to harness the power of feedback.