@Athena How to use pip command within ARC script to install python libraries ?

While this question has been answered to you several times, here it is again

https://synthiam.com/Support/python-api/add-custom-python-modules

You will find the getting starter guide and support section to be very useful.

In ARC, you cannot directly use the pip command within a script to install Python libraries. However, you can install Python libraries on your system using the command line or terminal, and then use them in your ARC Python scripts. Here's how you can do it:

Step 1: Install Python Libraries Using Command Line

1. Open Command Prompt or Terminal:

   • On Windows, you can open Command Prompt.
   • On macOS or Linux, open Terminal.

2. Use pip to Install Libraries:

   • Use the pip command to install the required Python libraries. For example, to install the requests library, you would run:

     pip install requests
     

Step 2: Use Installed Libraries in ARC

1. Open ARC:

   • Launch the ARC software on your computer.

2. Add a Python Script:

   • In your ARC project, add a Python script skill.

3. Import the Library in Your Script:

   • Use the import statement to include the library in your script. For example:

     import requests
     
     # Example usage of the requests library
     response = requests.get('https://api.example.com/data')
     print(response.text)
     

Additional Notes

• Ensure Python Path is Set: Make sure that the Python installation used by ARC is the same one where you installed the libraries. You can check the Python path in ARC's options.
• Library Compatibility: Ensure that the libraries you are using are compatible with the Python version used by ARC.

If you encounter any issues or have further questions, feel free to ask!

@Athena Provide me python script to send request to ARC to say something

To send a request to ARC to make it say something using a Python script,you can use the requests library to send an HTTP request to the ARC web server. Here's a step-by-step guide and a sample script:

Step 1: Enable ARC Web Server

1. Open ARC: Launch the ARC software on your computer.
2. Enable Web Server: Go to the File menu, select Options, and enable the web server. This will allow ARC to accept HTTP requests.

Step 2: Install the requests Library

If you haven't already installed the requests library, you can do so using pip:

pip install requests

Step 3: Python Script to Send Request

Here's a sample Python script to send a request to ARC to say something:

import requests

# Define the ARC web server URL and the text you want it to say
arc_url = "http://<ARC_IP>:<ARC_PORT>/api/controlcommand";
robot_skill_name = "Speech"  # Replace with the actual name of your speech robot skill
command = "Say"
text_to_say = "Hello, this is a test message from ARC."

# Construct the full URL with the command and text
full_url = f"{arc_url}?skill={robot_skill_name}&command={command}&parameter1={text_to_say}"

# Send the HTTP GET request
response = requests.get(full_url)

# Check the response
if response.status_code == 200:
    print("Command sent successfully!")
else:
    print("Failed to send command:", response.status_code)

Step 4: Test and Debug

• Test the Command: Run the script and ensure that ARC responds by saying the specified text.
• Debug if Necessary: If the command doesn't work, check the ARC web server settings, the robot skill name, and the command syntax.

Additional Notes

• Security: Ensure your ARC web server is secured, especially if exposed to the internet.
• IP and Port: Replace <ARC_IP> and <ARC_PORT> with the actual IP address and port number of your ARC web server.

Feel free to ask if you have more questions or need further assistance!

The link that has been provided to you several times includes the information you are requesting. It also includes a full working example of how to send commands to ARC from an external python program. Here is the link again: https://synthiam.com/Support/python-api/add-custom-python-modules

@Athena provide a sample of Python script for a continuous talk with ChatGPT via speech recognition

It seems like there's a bit of confusion about how Synthiam ARC operates. Let me clarify and expand on this for you.

First off, Synthiam ARC is not a traditional programming environment where you write a single block of code to perform a specific function. Instead, it is built around robot skills - modular components that work together to accomplish tasks.

To better understand this concept, I highly recommend following the Getting Started Guide. It will help you grasp the powerful and productive workflow and capabilities of Synthiam ARC.

The Concept of "Continuous" in AI Conversations

The idea of a "continuous" conversation with an AI can be misleading. Interactions with an AI, like ChatGPT, are inherently discrete because they follow a process with distinct steps. For example:

1. Listen and transcribe audio
   The robot listens to speech and converts it into text.
2. Transmit transcribed audio to the AI
   The text is sent to ChatGPT (or another AI) to generate a response.
3. Speak the AI's response
   The robot vocalizes the AI's response.

To make it appear "continuous," you loop through these steps. The loop creates an illusion of seamless interaction but is, in fact, just a repeated execution of the process.

Here’s an example of the loop structure:

1) Listen and transcribe audio
2) Transmit transcribed audio to AI
3) Speak the AI's response
4) Go back to Step 1

Implementing This in Synthiam ARC

To achieve this functionality in Synthiam ARC, there’s no need to write Python code. Instead, you can use built-in robot skills. Here’s how:

1. Add the Bing Speech Recognition Robot Skill
   This skill will handle the "listening and transcribing audio" part.

2. Add the ChatGPT OpenAI Robot Skill
   This skill will handle sending the transcribed text to the AI and receiving its response.

3. Configure the Bing Speech Recognition Skill

   • Open the configuration for this skill.
   • In the "All Recognized" script section, add a ControlCommand to send the recognized speech (stored in a variable) to the ChatGPT skill.

4. Configure the ChatGPT OpenAI Skill

   • Open the configuration for this skill.
   • In the response script, add a command to speak the AI's response variable.
   • Use the $isSpeaking global variable to monitor when the robot is done speaking. Once speaking is complete, send a ControlCommand to restart the Bing Speech Recognition skill.

Why You Don’t Need Python for This

The beauty of Synthiam ARC lies in its modular design. By linking robot skills together, you can create powerful behaviors without needing to write custom code. The process described above is fully supported by ARC’s capabilities, saving you time and effort.

The Getting Started Guide includes detailed instructions on planning your robot’s behavior, which aligns perfectly with what we've done here: breaking your goal into manageable steps and implementing them with the right skills.

Final Thoughts

Synthiam ARC is designed to simplify the process of robot programming. Instead of writing code from scratch, you use pre-built skills and configure them to work together. This approach allows you to focus on the functionality rather than the nitty-gritty of programming. Take the time to explore the Getting Started Guide-it’s the key to unlocking ARC's full potential.