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Introduction to Speech Synthesis and Voice Cloning

  • Overview of text-to-speech (TTS) and neural voice synthesis
  • Distinguishing voice cloning from general speech generation: applications and limitations
  • Key models: Tacotron, WaveNet, FastSpeech, and VITS

Utilizing Commercial Platforms

  • Leveraging ElevenLabs and Resemble AI
  • Processes for creating, cloning, and editing voices
  • API integration and text-to-speech workflow management

Developing with Open-Source Tools

  • Installation and configuration of Coqui TTS
  • Training custom voice models and managing datasets
  • Generating speech with granular control over pitch, speed, and emotional tone

Data Preparation and Voice Dataset Management

  • Collection and cleaning of voice samples
  • Techniques for segmenting, labeling, and aligning transcripts
  • Ethical sourcing and obtaining voice consent

Application Integration

  • Embedding TTS capabilities into websites and software applications
  • Designing IVR systems and interactive chatbots
  • Producing synthetic dialogue for video production and gaming

Evaluating Quality and Realism

  • Conducting MOS (Mean Opinion Score) and intelligibility tests
  • Managing expressiveness and prosodic features
  • Comparing latency, fidelity, and overall realism

Ethical, Legal, and Governance Considerations

  • Understanding deepfake risks and promoting responsible usage
  • Implications regarding consent, attribution, and copyright
  • Navigating regulations and organizational policies

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • Foundational knowledge of machine learning concepts
  • Familiarity with audio file formats and editing utilities
  • Proficiency in basic Python programming

Target Audience

  • AI developers and engineers focused on speech synthesis technologies
  • Content creators and media technologists investigating voice generation tools
  • Research and Development teams developing personalized or dynamic audio solutions
 14 Hours

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