Voice XML and the Web

Overview

VoiceXML represents the convergence of speech and web technologies. On one hand, it will significantly reduce the amount of time and effort needed to develop and deploy speech applications, because developers can use the same technology that they use for web sites. On the other hand, VoiceXML makes it possible to "voice-enable" web sites. People will no longer need a computer with an Internet connection in order to access the information and services provided by a web site. The ordinary telephone can become the Internet appliance for the rest of us. This seminar provides an in-depth introduction to the VoiceXML language. It also explores various strategies and techniques for voice enabling web applications using VoiceXML in combination with other technologies, including XML, XSL, and server pages.

Topics

Topics: History and Status of VoiceXML VoiceXML Concepts & Language Elements Speech Recognition Grammars Speech User Interface Design VoiceXML Development Tools & Deployment Platforms Generating VoiceXML using JSP, XML & XSL Voice Enabling Your Web Application

About the speaker

Kenneth R. Abbott is an independent software architect and consultant in the Boston area. His clientele ranges from Fortune 50 companies to .com startups. Recently, his practice has focused on application of Web-based enterprise technologies to business applications. Before entering private practice in 1995, he was Technical Director at XSoft, a division of Xerox, where he lead the development of the InConcert workflow software product. He is a Sun Certified Enterprise Architect, an IBM Certified Solutions Expert, and a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer. He is author of the book "Voice Enabling Web Applications: VoiceXML and Beyond", due from Apress in November 2001. Ken Abbotts "Voice Enabling Web Applications: VoiceXML and Beyond" is a comprehensive introduction to the concepts, strategies, architectures, and implementation techniques underlying the development of voice-enabled Internet applications.

Who should Attend?

This seminar is designed for a technical audience with an interest in voice applications and in developing web applications utilizing voice-related technology. It does not assume any background in speech technology.

Coordinator

This workshop is being coordinated and co-sponsored by Dr. Mariam Zahedi, Wisconsin Distinguished Professor in the Management Information Systems area at the School of Business Administration, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.