This project is a simple English-to-Korean translation script utilizing OpenAI's GPT API. The focus is on translating in the Haeyoche speech level—a polite but informal style suitable for Korean-American (Gyopo) children communicating with their parents. It accepts user input in the terminal and outputs a translation that balances formality and warmth, making it ideal for casual family conversations where direct and natural language is preferred.

Key features:

Uses OpenAI's GPT-4 model. Allows custom user input for translations. Designed to generate nuanced translations, considering context and tone.

How to Run This Project Locally

Follow the instructions below to set up and run this project on your local machine.

1. Clone the Repository git clone https://github.com/shane-jeon/hiUmma.git
2. Navigate to Project Directory cd hiUmma
3. Create Virtual Enviornment (Optional but Recommended) python -m venv venv Activate virtual environment:

• On Windows: .\venv\Scripts\activate
• On macOS/Linux: source venv/bin/activate

4. Install Required Dependencies pip install -r requirements.txt

5. Set up Environment Variables Create a .env file in the root directory of the project, and add your OpenAI API Key: OPENAI_API_KEY=your_openai_api_key Replace your_openai_api_key with your actual API key, which you can get from OpenAI.

6. Run the Script python hiUmma.py

7. Quitting the Script: CTRL + C

8. Deactivate the Virtual Environment deactivate