Intelligent FAQ Bot

Building a Smarter FAQ Bot (with Gemini, RAG, and Structured Output)

Introduction If you've ever found yourself digging through product manuals, company wikis, or lengthy documents just to find a simple answer, you know the pain. The fact you're reading this suggests you're interested in how Generative AI can make that process less painful. Stick around for a few minutes, and I'll walk you through how we built a smarter FAQ bot using Google's Gemini API, Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG), and structured output. This isn't just another chatbot; it's designed to give reliable, context-aware answers based only on provided information, minimizing the risk of making things up (hallucination). This example uses Google Car manuals, but the principles apply anywhere you have a set of documents you need to query effectively. I'm sharing my journey building this; it's a practical demonstration, not a definitive guide, so adapt the ideas to your needs! The Problem: Dumb Bots and Information Overload Traditional search methods or basic chatbots often fall short when dealing with specific document sets: ...

April 20, 2025 · 8 min · Muhammad Hassan Raza

Smart Dustbin with IoT: Arduino, Python, Kotlin & Azure

Building a Smart Dustbin with IoT Introduction This project involves the development of a Smart Dustbin using Arduino, Python, Kotlin (Android App), and Azure IoT to monitor and manage waste levels in real-time. By integrating sensors, cloud computing, and mobile applications, this system enhances waste management efficiency. Components & Technologies Used Arduino Uno & ESP8266 WiFi Module for sensor data collection. Ultrasonic Sensors to measure garbage levels. Servo Motor to control the bin lid. Python & Tkinter GUI for real-time monitoring. Kotlin Android App for mobile notifications. ThingSpeak & Azure IoT Hub for cloud-based monitoring. Hardware Implementation Arduino Code for Garbage Level Detection & Smart Lid Control The Arduino Uno, paired with an HC-SR04 ultrasonic sensor, measures the bin’s fill level. The servo motor automatically opens the lid when an object is detected nearby. ...

February 16, 2025 · 3 min · Muhammad Hassan Raza
Intelligent FAQ Bot

Building a Smarter FAQ Bot (with Gemini, RAG, and Structured Output)

Introduction If you've ever found yourself digging through product manuals, company wikis, or lengthy documents just to find a simple answer, you know the pain. The fact you're reading this suggests you're interested in how **Generative AI** can make that process less painful. Stick around for a few minutes, and I'll walk you through how we built a smarter FAQ bot using Google's Gemini API, Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG), and structured output. This isn't just another chatbot; it's designed to give **reliable, context-aware answers** based *only* on provided information, minimizing the risk of making things up (hallucination). This example uses Google Car manuals, but the principles apply anywhere you have a set of documents you need to query effectively. I'm sharing my journey building this; it's a practical demonstration, not a definitive guide, so adapt the ideas to your needs! The Problem: Dumb Bots and Information Overload Traditional search methods or basic chatbots often fall short when dealing with specific document sets: ...

August 16, 2024 · 8 min · Muhammad Hassan Raza