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Date Published
Author
Bela Wiertz
Word count
1388
Language
English
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None

Summary

AI chatbots are transforming interactions between businesses, individuals, and technology by handling inquiries, providing recommendations, and automating workflows, with 65% of organizations now using generative AI in at least one business function. The development of AI chatbots has become increasingly accessible due to advancements in machine learning and user-friendly platforms, allowing even those with limited technical expertise to create them. The process involves defining the chatbot's purpose, identifying the target audience, selecting development platforms, designing conversation flows, utilizing large language models for natural language processing, integrating external data sources, and testing before deployment. The article provides a detailed guide to building an AI chatbot using n8n, a visual workflow builder that simplifies automation without requiring extensive coding, enabling users to create dynamic, intelligent, and customizable chatbots by integrating tools like OpenAI's language models and SerpAPI for real-time information retrieval.