Target Users
Columbia students who like to have a customized relaxing/peaceful/focused environment using ambient sounds while they are busy doing things, and live off-campus but still want to connect with the university in some ways.
What Problems Are We Solving
This ambient sound skill can help people relax, reduce stress and anxiety, improve focus and productivity, and create a more soothing environment based on particular use cases. It can also help mask distracting noises that may be present in the background.
By having the top trending sounds at Columbia feature, students are able to enjoy the same sounds together, feeling they are connected to each other although they are physically living apart in NYC.
Basic Solution
- Ambient sound library, ranging from holiday-themed sounds to normal study sounds.
- Top trending sounds at Columbia. The data is dynamically gathered from each user’s selection.
Technologies
Tech Stack
- Python
- Amazon lambda
- Alexa Skill Kit
- Firestore Database
Alexa Skill Deployed to Amazon Store
Link to the Skill in Amazon Store