Build a Voice-Based Chatbot with OpenAI, Vocode, and ElevenLabs
Why might we want to make an LLM talk? The concept of having a human-like conversation with an advanced AI model is an interesting idea that has many practical applications.
Voice-based models are transforming how we interact with technology, making interactions more natural and intuitive. By enabling AI to talk, we open the door to numerous practical applications, from accessibility to enhanced human-machine interactions. This guide explores how to create a voice-based chatbot using OpenAI, Vocode and ElevenLabs.
Accessibility/Assistive Technology: Text-to-speech (TTS) systems can be a lifeline for people with visual impairments, reading difficulties, or those who have lost their ability to speak. These systems transform written information into spoken words, thereby making things like read-outs of web pages, books and documents more accessible.
Tools such as Apple’s Personal Voice take this idea a step further by allowing individuals to create a synthesized voice that closely mimics their own. This can be essential for communicating with family and friends via FaceTime and phone calls, using assistive communication apps and even for in-person conversations.
