The world is more connected than ever, and the demand for English proficiency has skyrocketed. However, not everyone has access to quality tutors or the time to attend regular classes. Recognizing this gap, we were inspired by the potential of AI to democratize English learning, making it accessible, personalized, and effective.

Maiya, the English Tutor, is a conversational AI-powered tutor designed to help users refine their English skills. Whether it's grammar, vocabulary, or conversational practice, Maiya provides real-time feedback, personalized learning paths, and interactive sessions that make learning engaging and efficient.

Harnessing the power of GPT-4, we developed custom conversation profiles tailored to English learning. These profiles guide the AI to simulate real tutor-student interactions, offering corrections, explanations, and even grading responses. Additionally, we integrated voice-to-text and text-to-voice functionalities, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience.

Achieving a balance between strictness and encouragement was challenging. We wanted Maiya to correct mistakes but also motivate and inspire confidence in the learner. Another challenge was ensuring that the feedback was clear and educational without overwhelming the user.

We're particularly proud of Maiya's adaptive learning system, which adjusts its teaching style based on user feedback and performance. We're also proud of the conversational AI's ability to understand and respond to a wide range of inputs, including slang and typos.

Building a virtual tutor taught us the importance of personalized and adaptive learning. We also learned that while technology can replace certain traditional methods of teaching, the human touch – in the form of encouragement, empathy, and motivation – remains irreplaceable.

We're looking to expand Maiya's capabilities to include more advanced English topics, integrate cultural nuances in conversations, and offer multi-language support. We're also looking to develop a mobile app to make Maiya more accessible and convenient.