08/08/2024 - 14/08/2024
During this week, significant progress was made on both the technical development of the meat sales platform and the integration of AI into the project, with key learning experiences and challenges encountered along the way.
Webpage Development and AI Integration: The week began with focused efforts on enhancing the functionality of the meat sales platform webpage. Issues in the code were identified and addressed, leading to gradual improvements in the platform’s performance. As the week progressed, the focus shifted toward integrating AI into the webpage. This was a critical phase, where an initial connection was successfully established, and APIs were set up to enable AI interaction. However, the integration process was not without its challenges. Debugging the AI connection code proved difficult, leading to a temporary stall in progress. After several hours of troubleshooting, it became evident that a new approach was needed to overcome the hurdles. A strategic break was taken to reassess the situation, leading to the formulation of a renewed plan to address these issues.
Learning and Problem-Solving: Throughout the week, the challenges faced in AI integration prompted the exploration of new debugging strategies. Online courses and YouTube tutorials were utilized to gain fresh insights into advanced programming concepts and troubleshooting techniques. This learning process was essential in preparing for the refinement of AI functionalities. Although the AI connection was eventually established, the responses were found to be inaccurate and off-topic, highlighting the need for further refinement of the input data or adjustments in AI training. The steps taken this week laid a solid foundation for improving the AI's performance in the upcoming phases of the project.
School Meetings and Balancing Tasks: Amidst the technical work, school meetings provided a valuable break, offering a platform for academic discussions and feedback. These sessions were instrumental in balancing the rigorous technical tasks with academic perspectives, contributing to a well-rounded approach to the project. The feedback and insights gained from these meetings were integrated into the ongoing work, ensuring that both academic and project-related goals were aligned.
Overall Progress: By the end of the week, there was a clear trajectory of growth, both in terms of technical skills and problem-solving strategies. While challenges in AI integration persisted, the acquisition of new knowledge and the application of refined techniques positioned the project for continued development. The week concluded with a stronger understanding of the complexities involved in AI integration and a readiness to tackle the remaining challenges with renewed focus and determination.