# IBM Watson Text to Speech Projects at AI Tinkerers

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IBM Watson Text to Speech converts written text into natural-sounding audio across 30+ languages and 100+ distinct voices.

This API employs deep learning to synthesize speech that mirrors human cadence, intonation, and emotion. Developers use Neural Voice Technology to customize pronunciations via IPA or IBM SPR notation, ensuring brand-specific accuracy for terms and names. The service supports real-time streaming, multiple audio formats (WAV, MP3, OGG), and fine-grained control over pitch, rate, and volume through SSML tags. It is a proven solution for automating customer service IVRs and enhancing accessibility in mobile applications.

- Official technology site: https://www.ibm.com/products/watson-text-to-speech
- Public AI Tinkerers demos and talks: 1
- Result page: 1 of 1

## Recent Public Talks and Demos

### [UzbekVoice](https://tashkent.aitinkerers.org/talks/rsvp_7WmwgOqtMgg)

UzbekVoiceAI is an innovative company specializing in speech processing and artificial intelligence solutions for the Uzbek-speaking audience. Our mission is to deliver high-quality speech recognition (STT) and text-to-speech (TTS) technologies for the Uzbek language, enhancing user interaction with digital devices and services. We develop solutions for speech-to-text conversion, text-to-speech synthesis, and large language models (LLMs) tailored to the unique features of the Uzbek language.

- Event context: AI Tinkerers - Tashkent Inaugural Meetup (October) — 2024-10-31 — Tashkent
- Public talk page: https://tashkent.aitinkerers.org/talks/rsvp_7WmwgOqtMgg

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