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Quick start guide for the Pixelated Empathy platform
Tutorial with Pixelated Empathy
Welcome to Pixelated Empathy, an AI-powered platform for mental health research and innovation. This guide will help you get started quickly.
Overview
Pixelated Empathy combines cutting-edge AI technology with evidence-based therapeutic approaches to provide:
- AI-Powered Chat: Intelligent conversations with mental health support
- Emotion Detection: Real-time emotion analysis and insights
- Treatment Planning: Personalized therapy recommendations
- Research Tools: Advanced analytics for mental health research
Quick Setup
1. Installation
# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/your-org/pixelated.git
cd pixelated
# Install dependencies
pnpm install
# Set up environment variables
cp .env.example .env
2. Configuration
Edit your .env file with the required API keys:
# AI Services
ANTHROPIC_API_KEY=your_anthropic_key
OPENAI_API_KEY=your_openai_key
# Database
DATABASE_URL=your_database_url
# Authentication
AUTH_SECRET=your_auth_secret
3. Development Server
# Start the development server
pnpm dev
# Open your browser to http://localhost:4321
Key Features
AI Chat Interface
The platform includes an advanced AI chat interface that provides:
- Contextual mental health support
- Emotion-aware responses
- Crisis intervention capabilities
- Session memory and continuity
Emotion Detection
Real-time emotion analysis using:
- Facial expression recognition
- Text sentiment analysis
- Voice tone analysis
- Behavioral pattern detection
Treatment Planning
Automated treatment plan generation based on:
- Assessment results
- Evidence-based practices
- Individual preferences
- Progress tracking
Next Steps
- API Documentation - Learn about the platform APIs
- User Guide - Detailed user instructions
- Developer Guide - Technical implementation details
- Security - Security and privacy information
Support
If you need help:
- Check the FAQ
- Browse the API documentation
- Contact support at support@pixelatedempathy.com