KingbotGPT is an experimental AI chatbot created by the San Jose State University Library's artificial intelligence team.
As the newest iteration of the original After-Hours Kingbot Chatbot, it continues to support SJSU students when reference librarians are unavailable.
Outside live chat service hours, KingbotGPT steps in to provide essential library information and assistance. Need to know how to borrow a laptop? Looking for pointers on finding research? Kingbot can have a response in seconds.
Want to give KingbotGPT a try? Click the chat icon in the bottom right corner of the page to get started! Or access the chatbot in fullscreen mode.
KingbotGPT uses Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) technology to provide accurate library-specific information. The chatbot draws from continuously updated local datasets including:
The system is built using LlamaIndex and Streamlit for the user interface and data management, while utilizing OpenAI's GPT 4o Mini as its language model.
KingbotGPT can help with:
Please note that while KingbotGPT strives to be helpful, it should not be considered a replacement for librarian expertise. We recommend verifying important information through the library website or by consulting with a librarian during business hours.
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