This Project submitted to Philly Codefest 2025
Project: SmartSearch.ai
Project Type: Advanced
Location: E3
SmartSearch.AI makes finding the best service bundles from Xfinity easy. Our AI understands what you need and compares prices and features to give you the best, most cost-effective options. No more wasting time browsing endless pages to research --- we will do that for you ;)
SmartSearch.AI tackles the overwhelming process of finding optimal service bundles by implementing a sophisticated multi-step solution: Robust RAG Foundation:- Our custom-built Retrieval Augmented Generation system accesses a rich knowledge base created by: -Scraping service provider websites for comprehensive plan details -Organizing pricing structures and feature comparisons -Indexing user reviews and satisfaction metrics Claude-Powered Intelligence:- We harness Claude's advanced AI capabilities to: -Process natural language queries about service needs -Generate personalized recommendations with direct, clickable links -Explain recommendations in clear, user-friendly language Perplexity Competitive Analysis:- Our system utilizes Perplexity to: -Analyze competitor offerings in real-time -Identify alternative options users might not have considered -Verify that recommendations truly represent the best market value User-Centered Experience: -The entire process is designed around simplicity: -Users express needs conversationally (e.g., "I need unlimited data for my family of 4 plus reliable home internet") -SmartSearch.AI handles all the complex comparison work -Results present clear options with transparent pricing and feature explanations Our solution transforms a traditionally frustrating and time-consuming process into a seamless experience, helping users confidently navigate the complex landscape of service options while ensuring they receive the best possible value for their specific needs.
Python, Reach+Vite, RAG, Scrapper, Claude.ai, Perplexity,
Selected Prizes
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The Social Impact Innovation Award recognizes the team that has developed a project with the potential to create significant positive change in society. This award celebrates innovative solutions that address pressing social issues, improve quality of life, and promote sustainability. -
Challenge Description: Use AI to handle user behavior to suggest products and services that they are best interested in and the most cost effective. Judging Criteria: Users to enter a prompt of describing different requirements related to service needs (for example, Unlimited Data for Xfinity Mobile along with the most cost effective Home Internet plan suitable for 4 devices. Judging based on functionality and creativity. Winning team will be invited to visit the Comcast Innovation Center and meet with Rick Rioboli, Comcast Executive VP and CTO and his team. Winners will also receive a Comcast swag back and tour of the Innovation Center.
