Laravel AI SDK: Add Text-to-Speech and Voice to Your App in 20 Minutes
The Laravel AI SDK allows developers to integrate text-to-speech and speech-to-text functionality into applications with minimal code, such as converting strings to audio using a simple method call. It supports multiple providers like OpenAI, ElevenLabs, and Mistral for audio generation and transcription, with features including voice selection, audio storage, and background processing. The tutorial demonstrates building a Laravel app that can generate natural-sounding audio, transcribe speech, and handle audio tasks efficiently without requiring prior AI experience.
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