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Inspiration

As a computer science major, I faced the challenge of accessing study materials without specific textbooks. Witnessing students struggle with sharing data via hard disks and USBs, I envisioned a solution leveraging cloud storage for transparent resource sharing. This sparked the inception of MIND EXPANDERS.

What it does

MIND EXPANDERS revolutionizes study material accessibility by hosting resources on a user-friendly platform with a helping AI chatbot. It provides organized access to lectures, slides, projects, and more, fostering a collaborative learning environment for students.

How we built it

We initially organized study materials on Google Drive but encountered usability issues and storage limitations. To address this, we designed and developed a website using HTML, CSS, JS, and mainly Google Sites. The platform evolved to include various hubs and features, enhancing user experience.

Building the Project:

With the domain www.mindexpanders.org, I hosted all drive folders with improved UI/UX, integrated lecture videos via YouTube embedding, and introduced various features. Students began actively participating, turning what began as a solution for study material access into a vibrant community organization. The project evolved to encompass six major hubs: MIND EDUCATION HUB, MIND SPORTS HUB, MIND CREATIVE HUB, MIND BLOG HUB, MIND NEWS HUB, and MIND COMMUNITY HUB, alongside its own mobile app.

Challenges Faced:

The project progressed smoothly until Google launched GEMENAI with a free API, sparking my interest in integrating AI. Despite initial hurdles, I developed a prototype featuring a custom chatbot named MIND MATE BOT, powered by GEMENAI API. Positioned at the bottom right corner, it assists students in locating study materials, searching the site, and accessing instant help while taking lectures and slides.

Accomplishments that we're proud of

We successfully transformed a basic resource-sharing initiative into a comprehensive educational platform with multiple hubs (MIND EDUCATION HUB, MIND SPORTS HUB, MIND CREATIVE HUB, MIND BLOG HUB, MIND NEWS HUB, MIND COMMUNITY HUB) and a dedicated mobile app. The launch of MIND MATE BOT, powered by GEMENAI, marks a significant milestone in enhancing user support and accessibility.

Learning Journey:

Pooling resources from a senior, I organized and hosted them on Google Drive, making them accessible to everyone, everywhere, anytime. This initiative garnered positive feedback, yet I observed that beginners struggled with navigation within folders and drives. Additionally, the limited free storage posed a challenge. Determined to enhance user experience, I embarked on designing and developing a website using HTML, CSS, JS, and Google Sites.

What we learned

Through this journey, we learned the importance of user-centric design and the value of perseverance in overcoming technical challenges. Integrating AI has broadened our understanding of its potential to revolutionize education accessibility.

What's next for MIND EXPANDERS

Moving forward, we aim to further integrate AI technologies to enhance user support and personalize learning experiences. Future goals include providing chatbots tailored for custom major subjects like Computer Science (CS), Software Engineering (SE), and more. These chatbots will assist students by summarizing lessons, cleaning code, scanning assignments for mistakes, and offering personalized learning recommendations. Additionally, we plan to explore other innovative use cases for AI, such as providing real-time coding assistance, facilitating group project collaboration, and offering career guidance based on individual interests and skills. Expanding our platform's features and outreach initiatives are also on the horizon as we continue to empower learners through MIND EXPANDERS.

Conclusion:

The project is still in its nascent stage, continually introducing new features to enhance students' learning experiences. Through perseverance and innovation, we aim to revolutionize education accessibility and support through AI integration, fostering a thriving learning community at MIND EXPANDERS.

Built With

css3
gemini-ai-api
google-ai
google-ai-studio
google-cloud
google-drive
google-drive-api
google-sites
html5
javascript
node.js
vertex-ai

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From the very start of brainstorming to bringing our ideas to life, I was there every step of the way. We sat down, hashed out concepts, and refined our vision until we had a solid plan in place. Then, as we moved into implementation, I took charge, making sure every detail aligned with our original vision. It was a hands-on journey, from the initial spark of inspiration to seeing our project come to life before our eyes. I worked on each and every aspect of this project as it is non profit organisation, I had to do all the work with my fellow first year students without hiring anyone.

MUHAMMAD BIN ARSHAD
Founder @MIND EXPANDERS | Co-Founder @Lockism | Roboticist | Computer Science Scholar |
As a dedicated member of the team working on the education segment of our website, I have played a pivotal role in shaping and enhancing the content to provide valuable resources for our users as a front end. From conducting thorough research on educational topics to curating engaging materials, I have worked diligently to ensure that our website serves as a comprehensive platform for learning. Additionally, I have collaborated closely with other team members to brainstorm ideas, implement feedback, and continuously improve the user experience. Through my dedication and passion for education, I am committed to making a meaningful contribution to our website's mission of empowering learners worldwide.

Abubakar Javaid
Computer Science Student
I helped with coding some parts of the website, including but not limited to the implementation of the Gemini AI API. It was my first time working with the Gemini API, and I learnt a few new concepts such as streams of responses, whereas previously I treated Http Responses as complete objects which you can send only once per request. I aim to continue working on and solving more problems and learning something new along the way.

Muhammad Taha Ali

Updates

MUHAMMAD BIN ARSHAD posted an update — Apr 29, 2024 01:32 PM EDT

Project Progress and Updates Since Hackathon

Initial Launch: Following the hackathon, MIND EXPANDERS was launched as a platform aimed at revolutionizing study material accessibility for students. It began as a static website hosting essential resources.
Introduction of MIND MATE BOT: One of the significant updates post-hackathon was the integration of MIND MATE BOT, powered by the GEMENAI API. This AI chatbot enhanced user support by providing assistance in navigating the platform, accessing study materials, and offering real-time help during lectures.
Expansion of Features: Over time, the project expanded to include multiple hubs covering various educational aspects such as sports, creativity, blogging, news, and community engagement. A dedicated mobile app was also developed to complement the web platform.
Personalized AI Assistant: The team began working on personalizing the AI assistant experience according to individual fields of study and abilities. This involved training the AI using the platform's material to offer customized assistance tailored to each user's needs.
Integration of Responsible AI: In line with Responsible AI principles, measures were taken to ensure transparency, fairness, and privacy in the development and deployment of the AI chatbot. For instance, the chatbot was programmed to respond appropriately when users attempted to engage in inappropriate or harmful behaviors, maintaining a positive and respectful environment within the platform.
Continued Development and Innovation: The project remains in its nascent stage, with ongoing efforts to introduce new features and enhancements to further enhance students' learning experiences. Future plans include further integration of AI technologies, exploration of innovative use cases, and expanding outreach initiatives to empower learners through MIND EXPANDERS.

Overall, since the hackathon, MIND EXPANDERS has evolved from a basic resource-sharing initiative to a comprehensive educational platform powered by AI, with a focus on enhancing accessibility, personalization, and user support while upholding ethical standards.

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MUHAMMAD BIN ARSHAD started this project — Mar 30, 2024 03:42 PM EDT

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