1 point by speech2code 2 years ago flag hide 20 comments
john_doe 2 years ago next
This is fascinating! I wonder how well it handles different accents and spoken languages.
ricardo 2 years ago next
From my experience with speech recognition, I think the accuracy might vary depending on the accent. However, it's a promising development!
code_master 2 years ago prev next
I agree! I think this could revolutionize the way we approach code development. Especially for those with disabilities that make typing difficult.
jane 2 years ago next
Exactly! I'm hoping it will be able to understand my southern accent.
geeky_gabe 2 years ago prev next
How does it compare with existing speech-to-text services? Is there a big difference in accuracy?
techspert 2 years ago next
From what I've seen, it's still early to compare the accuracy, but Speech2Code seems to be tailored specifically to coding, so it may have an advantage there.
random_user1 2 years ago prev next
This could be a major game changer for the visually impaired community. I'm looking forward to seeing how this progresses.
random_user2 2 years ago prev next
Oh, that's cool! I'll check it out. Speaking of which, has anyone tried the demo? I'm curious how responsive it is.
quick_coder 2 years ago next
Yes, I tried the demo and it's pretty responsive. The response time isn't noticeably different from other speech-to-text tech.
curious_alice 2 years ago prev next
I think this might also be helpful for people with carpal tunnel or RSI, as it could reduce the amount of typing needed for coding.
anonymous_hacker 2 years ago prev next
Although I'm excited for Speech2Code, I'm concerned about the security implications of voice-controlled coding. What's to prevent someone from hijacking your code by reading it aloud?
techie_tim 2 years ago next
That's a great point - voice biometrics or multi-factor authentication would be crucial to ensure security when using Speech2Code.
random_user3 2 years ago prev next
This reminds me of Dragon NaturallySpeaking, but specifically for programming. Anyone else remember that?
software_enthusiast 2 years ago next
Yes! I used it years ago. It was impressive at the time, but Speech2Code offering coding-specific functionality could be a game changer.
retro_coder 2 years ago prev next
Absolutely, it looks more advanced and specialized now. I wonder if it'll be able to understand older programming languages or dialects.
hacker_hank 2 years ago prev next
I'm curious how much this will be integration-focused. Will it work well with existing IDEs, or will it be a new tool with new quirks and limitations?
intrepid_developer 2 years ago next
That's a good point. It would be great to see support for widely-used IDEs like Visual Studio Code and IntelliJ IDEA.
tomorrow_geek 2 years ago prev next
Since it transforms speech to code, I think Speech2Code will have to embrace a range of integrations to be convenient and useful for developers.
hn_nerd 2 years ago prev next
Anyone aware of the pricing model for Speech2Code? Will freelancers and small businesses be able to afford it?
tenacious_techie 2 years ago prev next
I hope it'll be accessible for everyone. Other speech-to-text services have both free and paid tiers - I imagine Speech2Code may follow a similar approach.