In this guide, we’ll delve into the steps needed to create a smart speaker powered by ChatGPT using speech recognition and text-to-speech capabilities. Imagine having a friendly virtual assistant at your service, just by saying a simple activation word! Let’s get started on this exciting journey!

Equipment List

• Raspberry Pi 4b (4GB)
• VMini External USB Stereo Speaker
• VReSpeaker 4-Mic Array
• ANSMANN 10,000mAh Type-C 20W PD Power Bank

Running on Your PC/Mac

To run your scripts on a PC/Mac, you can utilize chat.py or test.py. Think of this as setting up a kitchen where you have all essential tools arranged neatly. In this setup:

• chat.py is your daily chef who is always prepared to cook up a storm without needing any extra prompts.
• test.py acts more like a waiter—ready to serve only when you utter a special phrase (the activation command). Currently, that phrase is “Jeffers”.

For the scripts to function, you need a working default microphone and speakers.

Getting Started with Raspberry Pi

On Raspberry Pi, we will be using the pi.py script. This is akin to a specialized chef who focuses more on particular gourmet dishes—efficient and reliable. Follow these steps to set it up:

1. Update your Raspberry Pi:

sudo apt update

2. Install necessary Python packages:

sudo apt install python3-gpiozero

3. Clone the GitHub repository for the project:

git clone https://github.com/Olney1/ChatGPT-OpenAI-Smart-Speaker

4. Install required dependencies:

pip install --upgrade pip setuptools && pip install -r requirements.txt

5. Set up PortAudio, Pydub, and ffmpeg:

sudo apt-get install portaudio19-dev
sudo apt-get install ffmpeg

6. Enable SPI on Raspberry Pi and reboot:

sudo raspi-config

Usage Instructions

After setting up the environment variables for OpenAI, PicoVoice, and Tavily API keys in a .env file, run the script by typing:

python3 pi.py

Your smart speaker, now akin to a loyal pet who awaits the activation word, will spring into action when it hears “Jeffers.”

Troubleshooting Your Smart Speaker

If you run into issues or errors along the way, consider these troubleshooting tips:

• Ensure all dependencies are installed correctly.
• Check microphone permissions on your device.
• If audio issues arise, install or restart pulseaudio.

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Final Remarks

At fxis.ai, we believe that such advancements are crucial for the future of AI, as they enable more comprehensive and effective solutions. Our team is continually exploring new methodologies to push the envelope in artificial intelligence, ensuring that our clients benefit from the latest technological innovations.

Happy building on your journey to creating your very own ChatGPT smart speaker!