Open Doors

What it does

"Open Doors" is an app designed to assist visually impaired individuals using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) beacons and text-to-speech (TTS) technology. Inspired by my blind friend Jasmin, who struggles to find building entrances after being dropped off by Uber, the app guides users from the curb to a door handle. It detects BLE beacons at key locations and uses the flutter_tts package to provide spoken directions. As a non-developer, I used AI tools like Gemini and ChatGPT to set up my development environment, handle dependencies, and configure settings. The app is functional but needs further testing, particularly in TTS and navigation features. Future plans include refining these features and expanding the app's capabilities. "Open Doors" shows that with determination and the right tools, anyone can create something impactful. This experience will guide my future R&D to scaffold AI tools for all learners, ensuring AI like Gemini provides the necessary support to achieve personal goals.