Arcade YouTube Insights is an experimental project that demonstrates how Python, Large Language Models (LLMs), and AI agents can be combined to create intelligent tools for parental guidance. Built on top of the Arcade platform, this sample implementation shows how we can use technology to better understand and guide children's YouTube usage.
Think of it as a proof of concept - a glimpse into how AI could help parents navigate the complex world of children's digital content consumption. It's not a complete solution, but rather a starting point for exploring how we can make YouTube a more meaningful and educational experience for kids.
Check out this quick demo to see the toolkit in action:
demo.mp4
No robot can replace parents' role in guiding their children's digital journey. This experimental tool is designed to be your digital companion, helping you understand your child's online universe and make informed decisions about their YouTube experience.
We believe that YouTube can be a fantastic platform for learning and entertainment when used mindfully. This experimental tool explores how we can:
- Track and analyze children's YouTube viewing patterns
- Identify educational content and learning opportunities
- Understand viewing habits and time spent on different types of content
- Make informed decisions about screen time and content choices
- Transform passive watching into active learning experiences
The goal isn't to automate parenting decisions, but to give you better insights and tools to be more present and engaged in your child's digital life. Think of it as having a research assistant that helps you understand the vast landscape of content your child is exploring, so you can have more meaningful conversations and make better decisions together.
... or not. Maybe the goal is to automate parenting decisions, to step in when a parent can't be there. But be aware: if you choose this path, you risk becoming paralyzed, losing your life to the very technology meant to help. Yet, if AI can't help save the life of a parent, perhaps it can at least help save the life of a child. This is the complex reality we're exploring - the fine line between assistance and replacement, between support and surrender.
This project is an experimental implementation of the arcade.dev platform, exploring the future of AI-powered parental guidance. It's structured in two main components:
The core toolkit provides the building blocks for YouTube data analysis:
- YouTube API integration for data collection
- Content analysis and categorization algorithms
- Data processing pipelines for viewing patterns
- Testing infrastructure using vcrpy for reliable API interaction testing
A demonstration app that showcases the toolkit's capabilities:
- FastAPI backend with Python
- Vue.js frontend for the user interface
- Basic recommendation system
- Parental control features
This is a stepping stone towards a more ambitious goal: creating an agentic application that can:
- Proactively monitor and analyze children's online activities
- Make intelligent suggestions for educational content
- Automatically adjust content recommendations based on learning goals
- Provide actionable insights for parents
- Eventually take autonomous actions to create a safer, more educational online environment
The project is currently in active development, with the toolkit being more mature than the sample application. We're continuously exploring new ways to make the platform more intelligent and helpful for parents.
- Viewing Analytics: Get detailed insights into viewing patterns and content preferences
- Content Categorization: Automatically categorize videos into educational, entertainment, and other relevant categories
- Time Management: Track and manage screen time effectively
- Recommendation Engine: Receive suggestions for educational content based on viewing history
- Parental Controls: Set up appropriate viewing restrictions and guidelines
[Detailed installation and setup instructions will be provided in the respective toolkit and sample app READMEs]
We welcome contributions! Whether it's bug reports, feature requests, or code contributions, every input helps make this tool better for parents and children.
[License information to be added]
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