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My Dad Is in Prison. Here's Why I Built an AI Chatbot for His Electronic Tablet

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What happened

Nova CJ Jones, a college student, built an AI chatbot for her father's prison tablet to help him stay connected with family and friends. The chatbot, which uses natural language processing, can send and receive messages, play games, and even provide emotional support. This project highlights the potential of AI to improve the lives of people in prisons and beyond.

Why it matters

This development showcases the growing use of AI in social and humanitarian contexts, demonstrating its potential to address issues of isolation and loneliness in vulnerable populations.

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