I’m working on a web project where I want to implement a voice assistant that reads out text when users hover over it. The assistant should:
- Support multiple languages based on the text content.
- Use text-to-speech APIs efficiently to ensure smooth performance.
- Be responsive and not cause delays or excessive resource usage.
What are the best practices for integrating this feature, and which text-to-speech APIs (e.g., Web Speech API, third-party options) would you recommend for optimal performance? Bonus points for tips on handling edge cases, like detecting the correct language or ensuring accessibility compliance.
What Did I Try?
“I have explored using the Web Speech API for text-to-speech functionality and was able to get basic speech output working. I also tried detecting the language of the text using a simple script and passing it to the API. However, the performance wasn’t smooth when multiple hover events occurred in quick succession.”
What am I Expecting?
“I was expecting the assistant to handle hover events seamlessly, dynamically switch between languages based on text content, and provide an instant, natural-sounding response. Additionally, I wanted to ensure the solution remains efficient without overloading the browser or causing lag.