Tower of Babel
A web development project focused on creating a multilingual communication platform.
Technologies & Skills
The Tower of Babel is an ambitious web development project aimed at creating a multilingual communication platform that breaks down language barriers in real-time digital conversations.
Project Overview:
In our increasingly connected world, language differences remain a significant obstacle to global communication. The Tower of Babel platform addresses this challenge by providing seamless, real-time translation across multiple languages in a chat environment, allowing users who speak different languages to communicate without barriers.
Key Features:
- Real-time Message Translation: Automatic translation of messages between users speaking different languages
- User Language Profiles: Customizable language preferences and proficiency settings
- Multi-user Chat Rooms: Group conversations with participants speaking different languages
- Translation Quality Feedback: System for users to correct or improve translations
- Language Learning Mode: Optional display of both original and translated messages for language learning
- API Integration: Connections to multiple translation services for optimal results
- Progressive Web App: Mobile-friendly design with offline capabilities
Technical Stack:
- Frontend: React with TypeScript, Tailwind CSS
- Backend: Node.js with Express
- Database: MongoDB for user profiles and conversation history
- Real-time Communication: WebSockets via Socket.io
- Translation Services: Integration with Google Cloud Translation API and DeepL API
- Authentication: JWT with OAuth options
- Deployment: Docker containers on AWS
Project Status:
Tower of Babel is currently in active development. The core translation functionality and basic chat interface have been implemented, with ongoing work on the user experience, additional language support, and performance optimizations.
Future Directions:
Planned enhancements include voice message translation, AI-powered conversation suggestions, additional language support focusing on under-represented languages, and a public API for third-party integrations.