🚀 TimeCapsuleSLM

Solving Open Learning with a Complete AI-Powered Platform for Research, Creativity, and Collaboration

The Ultimate AI-Powered Research & Learning Platform

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Transform how you research, learn, and collaborate with AI-powered tools that adapt to your workflow.

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🎯 The Problem We're Solving

In today's digital age, researchers, educators, and learners face several critical challenges:

🔍 Research Fragmentation

Research findings scattered across multiple tools and platforms
No unified way to capture, organize, and share research insights
Difficulty in maintaining context across different research sessions

📚 Learning Inefficiency

Traditional learning methods lack personalization and interactivity
No seamless integration between video content, documents, and AI assistance
Learning experiences are often linear and don't adapt to individual needs

🤖 AI Integration Gaps

AI tools are isolated and don't work together cohesively
Limited local AI capabilities for privacy-conscious users
No unified platform for combining multiple AI models and services

🔐 Privacy & Control

Dependence on cloud-based services that may compromise data privacy
Limited control over personal research data and learning materials
No offline-first approach for sensitive research work

🎓 Educational Challenges

Low-Resource Environments: Teachers lack tools to create engaging content without expensive infrastructure
Teacher Workload: Manual lesson planning and content organization is time-consuming
Student Engagement: Traditional linear learning doesn't adapt to individual student needs
Offline Learning: Limited access to internet connectivity in many educational settings
Collaboration Barriers: Students and teachers struggle to collaborate effectively in remote or offline scenarios

✨ Our Solution: TimeCapsuleSLM

TimeCapsuleSLM is a comprehensive AI-powered platform that addresses these challenges by providing:

🧠 DeepResearch TimeCapsule

Transform your research workflow with AI-powered insights and collaborative discovery.

🔬 Advanced Research Platform: Generate novel insights and discover hidden patterns
🤝 Collaborative Discovery: Work together with AI agents and human collaborators
📦 TimeCapsule Export/Import: Save and share complete research sessions
🔗 Knowledge Base Integration: Seamlessly connect with your local knowledge base

🎥 AI-Frames Interactive Learning

Create structured, adaptive learning experiences that evolve with your needs.

📹 Video Integration: Timestamp-controlled video segments for focused learning
📄 Document Support: Rich text, PDF, and multimedia content integration
🤖 AI-Powered Assistance: Contextual help and concept explanations
🎯 Goal-Oriented Navigation: Sequential learning paths with clear objectives

📚 Knowledge Base Management

Your personal AI-powered library that grows with you.

🔍 In-Browser RAG: Retrieval-Augmented Generation for intelligent search
📁 Document Processing: Upload and process your own documents
🔐 Privacy-First: Your data stays local and secure
🧠 Semantic Search: Find information using natural language queries

🤖 Multi-Agent AI System

A unified AI ecosystem that adapts to your workflow.

🔄 Multiple AI Providers: Support for Ollama, LM Studio, OpenAI, and more
🏠 Local LLM Support: Run AI models locally for complete privacy
🎯 Contextual Assistance: AI that understands your current context
🧩 Modular Architecture: Mix and match AI capabilities as needed

🎓 Education Solutions

TimeCapsuleSLM revolutionizes education by providing powerful tools for both teachers and students, especially in low-resource environments:

👨‍🏫 For Teachers

📚 Knowledge Base Setup

Organize Content: Upload and organize notes, books, and educational materials
Smart Categorization: AI automatically categorizes and tags content for easy retrieval
Offline Access: All content available locally without internet dependency

📝 Content Annotation & Organization

Rich Annotations: Add pointers, remarks, and contextual notes to any content
TimeCapsule Export: Save annotated content as shareable TimeCapsules
Collaborative Notes: Share annotations with other teachers and students

📋 Dynamic Lesson Planning

AI-Powered Planning: Create lesson plans that AI can modify based on real-time requirements
Adaptive Content: AI adjusts lesson complexity based on student performance
TimeCapsule Integration: Export complete lesson plans as TimeCapsules for reuse

👨‍🎓 For Students

🧠 Smart AI-Generated Insights

Novel Discoveries: Get unique insights from existing content through AI analysis
Concept Connections: AI reveals hidden relationships between different topics
Personalized Learning: AI adapts explanations to individual learning styles

🎯 Self-Guided Learning

Teacher-Independent Learning: Access premade TimeCapsules when teachers are unavailable
Structured Guidance: AI provides step-by-step guidance through complex topics
Progress Tracking: Monitor learning progress with AI-powered analytics

🎬 Non-Linear Learning with AI-Frames

De-linearized Content: AI-Frames break down linear content into interactive, adaptive experiences
Personalized Paths: Students can choose their own learning journey
Interactive Elements: Videos, documents, and AI assistance work together seamlessly

🤝 Offline Collaboration

Community Learning: Students can collaborate and share knowledge offline
Skill Development: Community-based skill updation through shared TimeCapsules
Peer-to-Peer Learning: Students can create and share their own learning materials

🌍 Low-Resource Environment Benefits

🖥️ Minimal Hardware: Works on basic computers and tablets
📡 Offline-First: No constant internet connection required
💰 Cost-Effective: Free and open-source, no expensive licenses
🔋 Low Power: Optimized for devices with limited resources
📚 Local Storage: All content stored locally for instant access

🚀 Key Features

Feature	Description	Benefits
🧠 DeepResearch	AI-powered research with multi-agent collaboration	Discover insights faster with AI assistance
🎥 AI-Frames	Interactive learning with video and document integration	Create engaging, personalized learning experiences
📚 Knowledge Base	Local RAG system with semantic search	Keep your data private while leveraging AI
🤖 Multi-Agent AI	Unified AI ecosystem with local and cloud options	Choose the right AI for each task
🔄 TimeCapsule Export	Complete session export/import system	Share and preserve your work
🎨 Modern UI	Beautiful, responsive interface built with Next.js	Enjoy a seamless user experience
🔐 Privacy-First	Local processing and optional cloud integration	Maintain control over your data
👨‍🏫 Teacher Tools	Dynamic lesson planning and content annotation	Reduce workload and create better learning experiences
👨‍🎓 Student Features	Self-guided learning and offline collaboration	Learn independently and collaborate without internet
🌍 Low-Resource Ready	Optimized for minimal hardware and offline use	Accessible education in any environment

🤖 AI Models & Agentic Capabilities

Supported Models

🟢 Gemma 3n: Google's latest open model for research and learning
🟡 Quen: Advanced reasoning and problem-solving capabilities
🔵 Ollama Models: Local deployment of various open-source models

Agentic Features

🤖 Multi-Agent Collaboration: Multiple AI agents working together on complex tasks
🧠 Contextual Memory: AI agents maintain context across sessions
🎯 Task Specialization: Different agents for research, learning, and analysis
🔄 Adaptive Behavior: Agents learn and adapt to user preferences
📊 Intelligent Orchestration: Smart coordination between different AI capabilities

🛠️ Technology Stack

Core Technologies

Frontend: Next.js 15, React 19, TypeScript
Database: RxDB (local)
AI Integration: Ollama, OpenAI, LM Studio
Document Processing: PDF.js, Transformers.js
UI Components: Radix UI, Framer Motion, Lucide React
Authentication: NextAuth.js

🚀 Quick Start

Prerequisites

Ollama for local AI models
Node.js 18+
npm, yarn, pnpm, or bun

Installation

# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/thefirehacker/TimeCapsule-SLM.git
cd TimeCapsule-SLM

# Install dependencies
npm install
# or
yarn install
# or
pnpm install
# or
bun install

# Set up environment variables
cp env.example .env.local
# Edit .env.local with your configuration

# Run the development server
npm run dev
# or
yarn dev
# or
pnpm dev
# or
bun dev

Open http://localhost:3000 with your browser to see the result.

Environment Variables

Create a .env.local file with the following variables:

# Authentication
NEXTAUTH_URL=http://localhost:3000
NEXTAUTH_SECRET=your-secret-key

# AI Providers (Optional)
OPENAI_API_KEY=your-openai-api-key
OLLAMA_HOST=http://localhost:11434

# Email (Optional - for notifications)
RESEND_API_KEY=your-resend-api-key

📖 Usage Guide

🧠 DeepResearch TimeCapsule

Start Research: Navigate to the DeepResearch section
Define Topic: Enter your research question or topic
AI Collaboration: Work with AI agents to explore and analyze
Save Progress: Export your research as a TimeCapsule
Share & Collaborate: Import TimeCapsules to continue or share work

🎥 AI-Frames Learning

Create Frame: Start with a learning goal
Add Content: Include videos, documents, and context
AI Assistance: Get contextual help and explanations
Build Path: Create connected learning sequences
Export Experience: Share learning paths via TimeCapsules

📚 Knowledge Base

Upload Documents: Add PDFs, text files, and other documents
Process Content: Let AI extract and index your content
Search & Query: Use natural language to find information
Integrate: Connect with research and learning workflows

🔧 Troubleshooting

Ollama Connection Issues

If you're having trouble connecting to Ollama from different domains, use these settings:

For macOS/Linux:

# Set Ollama to accept connections from any domain
OLLAMA_HOST=0.0.0.0 OLLAMA_ORIGINS="*" ollama serve

For Windows (Command Prompt):

# Set Ollama to accept connections from any domain
set OLLAMA_HOST=0.0.0.0
set OLLAMA_ORIGINS=*
ollama serve

For Windows (PowerShell):

# Set Ollama to accept connections from any domain
$env:OLLAMA_HOST="0.0.0.0"
$env:OLLAMA_ORIGINS="*"
ollama serve

Common Issues

Issue	Solution
Build Errors	Clear `.next` folder and reinstall dependencies
AI Connection	Check API keys and network connectivity
Database Issues	Clear browser storage for local data
Performance	Ensure sufficient RAM for local AI models

Getting Help

🐛 Report Issues
💬 Discussions

🤝 Contributing

We welcome contributions from the community! Here's how you can help:

Ways to Contribute

🐛 Report Bugs: Help us identify and fix issues
💡 Request Features: Suggest new capabilities
📝 Improve Documentation: Make our docs better
🔧 Submit Code: Contribute code improvements
🌟 Star the Project: Show your support

Development Setup

# Fork and clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/your-username/TimeCapsule-SLM.git
cd TimeCapsule-SLM

# Create a feature branch
git checkout -b feature/amazing-feature

# Make your changes
# ... your code changes ...

# Commit your changes
git commit -m 'Add amazing feature'

# Push to your fork
git push origin feature/amazing-feature

# Create a Pull Request

Code Style

Follow TypeScript best practices
Use Prettier for code formatting
Write meaningful commit messages
Add tests for new features

📄 License

This project is licensed under the Apache License 2.0 - see the LICENSE file for details.

Community driven • Optional paid add-ons • Open source core

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