Who is SmarterChild?

SmarterChild was an AI chatbot that appeared on AOL Instant Messenger in the early 2000s. It was one of the first widely-used AI assistants, predating modern chatbots like ChatGPT by over 20 years.

Features:

• Real-time chat conversations
• Homework help and tutoring
• Trivia and games
• Weather and news updates
• Movie and music recommendations
• 24/7 availability

AI Technology:

SmarterChild used early natural language processing and pattern matching to understand and respond to user messages. It was created by ActiveBuddy Inc. and became incredibly popular, with millions of users chatting with it daily.

Legacy:

SmarterChild paved the way for modern AI assistants and chatbots. It demonstrated the potential for AI to engage in natural conversations and provide helpful information to users in real-time.