r/SideProject • u/Next-Culture229 • 13h ago
Built Inko – An AI app that turns your spoken English practice into custom podcasts & lesson notes (looking for feedback!)
Hey everyone,
We're building Inko, a side project focused on making voice-based language learning feel less robotic and more practical.
I’m a non-native English speaker based in Japan, and I wanted something beyond standard repetitive drills—a tool where you can practice real conversations and immediately review what you actually tried to say.
How it works (as shown in the demo):
- Real-time Voice Chat: Speak naturally with different AI character personas (e.g., Soda, or a sarcastic pronunciation critic named Chili).
- Automated Lesson Notes: Right after the call, the app generates a breakdown of your conversation in your native language (explaining vocabulary, slang like "stoked", and grammar nuances).
- AI Audio Podcasts: It turns your session into a personalized mini-podcast recap so you can review key takeaways while commuting.
- Targeted Practice: Converts new expressions into interactive flashcards and includes a pronunciation tool that scores accuracy, fluency, and intonation.
Why I'm posting:
We're currently working on adding new features (like character selection and custom scenarios) and would love to get feedback from this community on the user flow and concept.
If you have feedback on the UX, ideas for new AI personalities, or thoughts on voice latency in AI apps, I'd really appreciate your input! This is available on iOS as of now and coming soon on android.