Traditional classroom environments present significant challenges for neurodivergent students, particularly those with dyslexia. These students experience:

• Information Processing Difficulties: Struggling to process verbal lectures in real-time
• Note-Taking Challenges: Difficulty capturing important points while simultaneously listening
• Content Organization Problems: Trouble structuring information in a meaningful way
• Cognitive Overload: Becoming overwhelmed by dense, text-heavy educational materials
• Retention Issues: Challenges with memorizing and recalling key information

These barriers often lead to achievement gaps, decreased confidence, and educational disparities despite these students having normal or above-average intelligence.

NeuroNote is a mobile-first AI companion that transforms traditional learning materials into dyslexia-friendly, interactive content. Our application leverages cutting-edge AI to make learning accessible, engaging, and effective for neurodivergent learners.

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• Real-Time Audio Recording: Capture in-person lectures with high-quality audio
• AI-Powered Transcription: Convert speech to text with speaker identification
• Smart Highlighting: Easily mark important segments during recording
• Timestamp Navigation: Jump to specific moments in recordings

• Dyslexia-Friendly Content Processing: Restructures information for easier comprehension
• Visual Chapter Breakdowns: Organizes content with emojis and visual markers
• Key Points Extraction: Identifies and highlights essential concepts
• Interactive Timeline: Creates a visual representation of the lecture structure

• Progression System: Earn points for engagement with learning materials
• Interactive Quizzes: Test understanding with auto-generated questions
• Achievement Tracking: Visual progress indicators for motivation
• Spaced Repetition: Smart review scheduling based on comprehension

• Visual Capture: Scan physical whiteboards and diagrams
• Content Extraction: Convert handwritten notes to structured text
• Diagram Simplification: Break down complex visuals into digestible elements
• Smart Organization: Arrange captured information logically

• YouTube Lecture Support: Process online educational videos
• Content Transformation: Convert standard videos to accessible formats
• Cross-Platform Compatibility: Seamless experience across devices

NeuroNote is built using React Native for cross-platform compatibility, with a focus on accessibility and performance:

NeuroNote/
├── Frontend (React Native + Expo)
│   ├── UI Components (Accessibility-optimized)
│   ├── Audio Processing Middleware
│   └── Local Storage Management
├── Backend Services
│   ├── OpenAI Integration
│   ├── Media Processing Pipeline
│   └── User Data Management
└── AI Models
    ├── Speech-to-Text (OpenAI Whisper)
    ├── Content Summarization (GPT-4)
    └── Image Recognition (Vision API)

• Technology: OpenAI Whisper API
• Features:
  • Multi-speaker identification
  • Background noise filtering
  • Punctuation and formatting inference
  • Real-time chunked processing for longer recordings

• Technology: OpenAI GPT-4
• Implementation:
  • Custom prompt engineering for dyslexia-friendly outputs
  • Chapter detection and organization
  • Key point extraction with emotional context preservation
  • Emoji integration for visual signposting

• Technology: Computer Vision + GPT-4 Vision
• Capabilities:
  • Whiteboard text extraction
  • Diagram identification and simplification
  • Handwriting recognition
  • Spatial relationship mapping

• Font Selection: Using dyslexia-friendly fonts and customizable typography
• Color Schemes: High-contrast options with adjustable color palettes
• Text Spacing: Enhanced letter/word spacing for improved readability
• Animation Control: Options to reduce motion for users with sensory sensitivities
• Audio Processing: Adjustable playback speed and voice modulation

• Students can record lectures while focusing on understanding rather than note-taking
• Automatic organization of lecture content helps with study preparation
• Visual learning paths make revision more engaging and effective

• Transform YouTube educational content into accessible learning materials
• Capture and simplify complex whiteboard explanations
• Create personalized study guides with interactive elements

• Develops independent learning strategies
• Builds confidence through achievement tracking
• Reduces cognitive load while improving information retention

Our approach is grounded in research on neurodivergent learning strategies:

• Multisensory Learning: Combining visual, auditory, and interactive elements
• Cognitive Load Theory: Reducing extraneous processing demands
• Achievement Motivation: Using gamification to increase engagement
• Universal Design for Learning: Creating multiple paths to understanding

• Collaborative Features: Share and collaborate on notes with peers
• Educator Portal: Allow teachers to upload materials directly
• Expanded Subject Support: Specialized tools for STEM, languages, and arts
• Offline Processing: Reduce dependency on internet connectivity
• Advanced Analytics: Personalized insights into learning patterns

# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/sanjail3/neuronote.git

# Navigate to project directory
cd neuronote

# Install dependencies
npm install

# Start the development server
npx expo start

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This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

Developed with ❤️ for the Minerva University Hackathon