

Ep 48: Co-Founder/CEO of LiveKit Russ d'Sa on the Best ChatGPT Voice Use-Cases, New UX Paradigms in AI, and When Voice Makes Sense
23 snips Nov 19, 2024
In this conversation with Russ d'Sa, co-founder and CEO of LiveKit, he reveals how voice AI technology serves as the "nervous system" behind applications like ChatGPT Voice. He discusses when voice interfaces make sense and the exciting new UX paradigms emerging in AI. Russ also explores the impact of voice AI in workplaces, the integration challenges with customer support, and the fascinating intersection of voice tech and robotics. Discover how these innovations are shaping future communication and user experiences!
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ChatGPT Voice as a Tutor
- Russ d'Sa uses ChatGPT Voice while driving to learn about various topics, from quantum theory to how lightning works.
- He appreciates having a non-judgmental tutor with access to vast knowledge.
LiveKit and ChatGPT Voice Workflow
- LiveKit's SDK captures audio, sends it over their network, and then to an agent.
- OpenAI's agent processes the audio, sends it to the LLM, converts the output to speech, and sends it back to the user's device.
LiveKit: The Nervous System for AI
- LiveKit acts as the nervous system, connecting human senses (camera, microphone) to the AI "brain".
- This allows for natural communication, mirroring human interaction.