A Nigerian software Engineer at Google, Ijemma Onwuzulike has announced the creation of the first Igbo speech-to-text model.>>>CONTINUE FULL READING HERE....CONTINUE READING THE ARTICLE FROM THE SOURCE
The model is Known as IgboSpeech, an Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR) model specifically designed for Igbo language, showcasing a Word Error Rate (WER) of 29.
Onwuzulike shared a preview of IgboSpeech on social media, highlighting its potential to revolutionize the way Igbo language is processed and understood by technology.
“The first Igbo speech-to-text model is here!”she exclaimed in her announcement. She emphasized the team’s commitment to further refining the model and plans to release it alongside the Igbo API.
This development marks a significant step forward in the preservation and promotion of the Igbo language, offering new opportunities for integration into modern technology and digital platforms.
“The first Igbo speech-to-text model is here!
Please welcome IgboSpeechan ASR model tailored to Igbo speech and text with a 29 WER
We plan on improving the model and releasing it with the Igbo API”>>>CONTINUE FULL READING HERE
The first Igbo speech-to-text model is here!
Please welcome IgboSpeech 🤖 an ASR model tailored to Igbo speech and text with a 29 WER
We plan on improving the model and releasing it with the Igbo APIhttps://t.co/3TXqklSRt9 pic.twitter.com/5un6XKTmsN
— Ijemma Onwuzulike (@ijemmaohno) July 1, 2024
