SmartWatts – AI-Powered Energy Advisor

SmartWatts is an AI-driven energy efficiency assistant designed to help users monitor electricity consumption, receive personalized energy-saving insights, and find optimal product replacements from top retailers.

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Features

• Real-time energy monitoring to track electricity usage and identify high-consumption appliances.
• AI-powered insights providing intelligent recommendations for energy-efficient product replacements.
• Best deals finder recommending optimal appliances from trusted retailers, not limited to Amazon.
• Cost and payback analysis calculating potential savings and return on investment.
• Usage optimization tips offering smart scheduling and energy reduction strategies.
• Strict topic focus ensuring the AI stays on energy-related topics only.

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Installation and Setup

Prerequisites

• Node.js (version 16 or higher)
• npm or yarn
• Python 3.x (if running backend services)
• Docker (optional, for containerized deployment)

Steps

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/your-organization/smartwatts.git
   cd smartwatts

2. Install dependencies:

   npm install

3. Start the development server:

   npm run dev

4. If using a backend service, start it separately:

   cd backend
   python app.py
   python energy_advisor_backend.py

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Usage

1. Open the application in a browser at http://localhost:3000.
2. Create an account and fill in household details to personalize energy insights.
3. Enter appliances and receive AI-driven efficiency recommendations.
4. Use the recommended product list to find optimal replacements.
5. Review cost-saving insights and adjust usage for maximum efficiency.

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Contributing

1. Fork the repository.
2. Create a feature branch:

   git checkout -b feature-new-enhancement

3. Commit your changes:

   git commit -m "Added a new feature"

4. Push to the branch:

   git push origin feature-new-enhancement