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Team consisting of an AI engineer from Credit Genie, a CMU-trained automation specialist from Lifetime Brands, and a veteran Microsoft Research game developer.
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Project Description
Tiger Mom 🐯 — AI Academic Coaching App
Tiger Mom is a mobile-first AI coaching app featuring an anime-inspired “Tiger Mom” character who delivers tough-love academic guidance to high school students (ages 14–18).
What It Does
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Live Voice Conversations — Students can have real-time video/voice calls with an AI-powered Tiger Mom avatar who roasts laziness, motivates with sharp wit, and pushes students toward excellence.
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Grade Tracking & GPA Calculator — Students log their courses and grades, and the app automatically calculates their GPA with color-coded progress indicators. Tiger Mom reacts to your grades — proud for A’s, stern for C’s.
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Career Exploration — Conversational career guidance helps students discover paths based on their interests, strengths, and academic performance.
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Homework Reminders — A task manager for assignments with due dates, priorities, and Tiger Mom’s motivational nudges to keep students on track.
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Daily Motivational Quotes — Each day, Tiger Mom delivers a fresh dose of tough-love wisdom on the home screen.
Tech Stack
- Frontend: React, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, Framer Motion
- Backend: Lovable Cloud (edge functions for AI chat and video avatar)
- AI Video Avatar: Tavus integration for real-time conversational video
- Design: Mobile-first, anime-inspired aesthetic with bold orange/red palette and expressive animations
Who It’s For
High school students (grades 9–12) who want an entertaining, no-nonsense AI study coach that holds them accountable — like having an Asian mom in your pocket. 🩴
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Additional Links
Talk to tiger mom (functional web link for mobile browser )