Project Gutenberg brings free audiobooks to the global community with AI-generated book narration
When Microsoft learned that the oldest digital library and leading distributor of free eBooks wanted to make its collection more accessible to a broader community of members, including the visually impaired, and those without access to traditional libraries, they donated their generative AI driven solutions, enabling Project Gutenberg to create nearly 5,000 new audio books in record time. Ready to open a bright new chapter in your company's transformation to the Cloud? Azure AI techspert Imperitiv Solutions LLC can help you get started.
What is Project Gutenberg's mission?
Project Gutenberg's mission is to support freedom of information by providing free access to literature for people around the world. It aims to make its collection more accessible, especially for individuals with visual impairments and those in areas without access to traditional libraries.
How has Microsoft contributed to Project Gutenberg?
Microsoft collaborated with Project Gutenberg to implement an AI-driven solution that has enabled the creation of nearly 5,000 new audiobooks. This partnership has allowed Project Gutenberg to produce high-quality audiobooks at scale, significantly improving accessibility and reducing the time required for production.
What technology does Project Gutenberg use for audiobooks?
Project Gutenberg uses Azure Synapse Analytics and SynapseML to process existing eBooks and generate audiobooks through neural text-to-speech technology. This AI capability creates lifelike audio recordings that can convey emotion and even portray different characters, making literature more engaging for listeners.
Project Gutenberg brings free audiobooks to the global community with AI-generated book narration
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