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  This tool translates sign language to text and spoken English to animated sign language  in real-time, with less than 0.5 seconds delay.

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  AI-powered sign language recognition allows users to create accounts using hand gestures alone with traditional registration..

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  our Platform Tools are designed to bring the deaf community together

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  Our first core feature is AI-Powered Translation.

About SignConnect

What Inspired Us

SignConnect was born from the challenges faced by the deaf and hard-of-hearing community, particularly in accessing mental health services, education, and job opportunities. We noticed that most websites neglect sign language users, and we were determined to create a platform that prioritizes their needs.

What We Learned

We discovered key insights:

1. Designing for accessibility from the start is crucial.
2. Leveraging AI can bridge communication gaps effectively.
3. Engaging the community is essential for real impact.
4. Establishing sign language as the standard, not an afterthought, is transformative.

How We Made It

We utilized BOLT to quickly prototype and integrate into our platform:

1. AI-powered translation (sign-to-text and speech-to-sign).
2. Features like video sharing, job listings, mental health resources, and education modules.
3. A visually appealing and user-friendly interface.

Challenges We Overcame

We tackled significant hurdles:

1. Developing real-time AI translation for sign language.
2. Supporting multiple sign languages (e.g., ASL, BSL).
3. Building secure, private mental health software.
4. Maintaining a lightweight prototype with diverse features.

Built With

• bolt.ai
• css
• html
• java