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4 years of experience
Opsimath. Got into software engineering 4 years ago after 10 years of Silicon Valley non-technical startup life. Core Python developer. I run a monthly Python meetup over zoom (https://www.meetup.com/sacramentopython/events)
Mentat is designed to serve as an AI tutor for personal knowledge management, helping users to organize, connect, and make sense of their notes and ideas. One of the methodologies that Mentat employs is called Zettelkasten, which is a German term that roughly translates to "slip-box" or "card index." Zettelkasten is a note-taking and knowledge management system that was developed by German sociologist Niklas Luhmann. The system involves creating individual notes, or "slips," that are each focused on a single idea or concept. These notes are then linked together using a system of cross-referencing and tagging, allowing users to quickly find related notes and ideas. Mentat incorporates many of the key principles of Zettelkasten into its own methodology, including the emphasis on atomic notes (i.e., notes focused on a single idea or concept), the use of linking and cross-referencing to create connections between ideas, and the importance of creating a flexible, adaptable system that can evolve over time. By incorporating the principles of Zettelkasten into its design, Mentat aims to help users create a more efficient and effective system for managing their knowledge, and to encourage a more creative and insightful approach to thinking and problem-solving.
This web app employs advanced AI techniques to analyze and interpret medical forensic reports of sexual assault crimes in order to generate a detailed timeline of events and calculate the remaining time under the Statute of Limitations for potential prosecution. Key Features: PDF Upload and OCR: Users can upload PDFs of medical forensic reports. The app uses OCR (Optical Character Recognition) technology to convert the images and scanned texts into machine-readable format. Report Parsing: A Large Language Model, like GPT-4, is used to parse and understand the content of the reports. It identifies key dates, incidents, and entities mentioned in the text. Timeline Generation: Based on the parsed data, the app generates a visual timeline of events related to the assault case. It highlights significant milestones such as the date of the crime, date of the medical exam, when the crime was reported to authorities, etc. Statute of Limitations Calculator: The app also calculates the remaining time under the Statute of Limitations for the particular crime in the jurisdiction it occurred. It uses a database of legal information (updated regularly) to determine the specific Statute of Limitations for sexual assault crimes in different jurisdictions. Updates and Notifications: The app keeps track of the dates and sends reminders to the concerned parties (like the victim, lawyers, or law enforcement authorities) about the approaching end of the Statute of Limitations. Security and Confidentiality: Given the sensitive nature of the information, the app ensures robust security and privacy measures. Data is encrypted at rest and in transit, and strict access controls are in place. The app complies with all relevant legal and ethical guidelines, including HIPAA.