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Smartreader

Smartreader
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Language

Python

Tool Type

Web app

License

AM331-A3

Version

1.0.0

About the tool Responsible

Inter-American Development Bank

Smartreader
What is it?

SmartReader is an advanced tool that uses Natural Language Processing techniques to provide new insights into research by querying up-to-date and relevant information from Google. Organize information into topics and subtopics, display keyword clouds, and highlight the most relevant phrases and geographic locations. Aimed at researchers and knowledge workers, SmartReader manages the exponential amount of information generated daily, offering a renewed and relevant vision that improves the efficiency and relevance of academic and professional research.

What problems does it solve?

SmartReader addresses the problem of information overload in research by providing a tool that efficiently organizes and synthesizes large volumes of relevant and up-to-date data. This ability is crucial for keeping up to date with recent developments in any academic or professional field, significantly improving the productivity of researchers.

How does the tool work?

Text Extraction: SmartReader can extract text content from various document formats, including PDFs, Word documents, and more. Natural Language Processing (NLP): The tool utilizes NLP techniques to analyze and categorize text data, including sentiment analysis, entity recognition, and topic modeling. Keyword Extraction: Users can identify and extract key terms and phrases from documents, aiding in the understanding of document content. Data Visualization: SmartReader offers data visualization options to present insights in a clear and accessible manner.

Open standards

Implements open standards for text extraction, enabling interoperability with various document formats such as PDF and Word. Utilizes advanced natural language processing techniques to analyze and classify textual data, facilitating sentiment analysis and entity recognition. Incorporates open-source technologies for keyword extraction, enhancing content understanding. Offers data visualization options that present insights clearly and accessibly.

Sector
Science and Technology
Functionality
Data collection analysis and visualization
Sustainable development goals
Decent work and economic growth
Industry innovation and infrastructure
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“Data and Business Landscape “Data and Business Landscape

The image shows word clouds with the themes: keywords, locations, and entities. Notable are "data", "South Asia", "Caribbean", and "USSD". It includes references to technology and regions.

Description of SmartReader Description of SmartReader

The image describes "SmartReader", an IDB tool that uses Natural Language Processing to assist in knowledge management. It has four interfaces: Definition, Status, Model Application, and Results Interface.

Spanish Python Installation Guide Spanish Python Installation Guide

Installation guide: 20GB of disk and 4GB of RAM are required on CentOS. Install Python 3 as follows: `sudo yum -y install https://centos7.iuscommunity.org/ius-release.rpm` and `sudo yum -y install python36u`.

Article: Get to know SmartReader, our text analysis tool

IDB publication that presents and explains the use of SmartReader.

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