AI Algebra Coach

AI Algebra Coach is an AI-powered algebra tutor that allows student to reason and to work out the answer rather than offloading the thinking to AI solutions.

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Inspiration

Looking back, maths was pretty frustrating. I could usually figure out the final answer, but trying to follow the actual step-by-step workings to grasp the underlying logic was where I usually got stuck. AI is viewed negatively in the education space with schools and universities banning devices from being used in classrooms as AI is seen as a tool for cheating. I want to reframe how AI can be used within the educational setting and how students from anywhere can get a hands-on tutor experience without having to resort to expensive tutors which most students cannot access. If students could get access to a tool that guides rather than give the answer then schools and universities will start to change their attitudes towards AI tools.

What it does

It provides a step by step approach to guide students to solve a problem. I have chosen to focus on algebra for the first iteration, so the student can provide the equation they are working on via a captured image and the AI coach asking questions and provides guidance to the student to help solve the problem.

How I built it

I used Codex to build the front-end and back-end components.

Challenges I ran into

The initial responses was incorrect, this was because the initial examples that I tested with were simultaneous equations. Also, initially there was no way for the user to provide an input on the right hand section after the AI coach asked the student a follow up question. The first set of responses were exactly the same regardless of what the student provided and the student's input was not being taken into account.

Accomplishments that I am proud of

How quickly this was produced and how Codex helped to troubleshoot issues and make updates automatically.

What I learned

The power of Codex and the opportunity it unlocks to create powerful tools for students to achieve their full potential.

What's next for AI Algebra Coach

Improvements to make the UI more intuitive and responses more polished. Deploying and hosting it so that it is accessible online.

Built With

  • fastapi
  • gpt-4o
  • gpt-5.6
  • katex
  • next.js-routes
  • openai
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