Talkie (AI ChatBot)

Talkie is a mobile application developed in React Native that allows users to have conversations with Google's Generative AI (Gemini API).

Overview

Talkie enables users to send messages, upload images for AI-generated descriptions, and enjoy continuous conversational interactions thanks to the AI's memory capabilities.

Features

Conversational AI

• Send Messages: Users can input messages and send them to the Gemini API.
• Receive Responses: The AI generates conversational responses based on user input.
• Memory Retention: The AI remembers previous messages in the current chat, enabling a continuous and meaningful conversation.

Real-time Chat

• Message Display: The chat interface displays user messages and AI responses seamlessly.

Image Understanding

• Image Upload: Users can upload images to the AI.
• AI Image Description: The AI provides a detailed description of the content in the uploaded images.

User Profiles

• Setup Profile: Users can set up their profile, including their nickname, which personalizes the chat experience.

Technology Stack

• Framework: React Native
• State Management: Redux
• Persistent Storage: Async Storage
• API: Google Gemini API
• Image Handling: React Native Image Crop Picker, React Native FS
• Toast Notifications: React Native Toast Message
• Iconography: React Native Vector Icons

Installation and Setup

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/usamafayaz/talkie-ai-chatbot.git

2. Navigate to the project directory:

   cd talkie-ai-chatbot

3. Install React Native packages and dependencies:

   npm install

4. Setup your Gemini API_KEY

5. Start the React Native frontend:

   npx react-native run-android
   # or
   npm start

Contact

For any inquiries, please contact [[email protected]].