Open Chat Studio

Open Chat Studio is an open-source platform developed by Dimagi to build, test, and deploy chatbots powered by Large Language Models (LLMs). Designed for global digital development, it enables organizations to create AI-driven conversational agents that support frontline workers, enhance knowledge management, and improve service delivery in underserved communities. The platform emphasizes safety, accessibility, and adaptability across languages and use cases.

Features

• No-code chatbot builder for LLM-based bots
• Compatible with any LLM API, including GPT-4
• Deployable via web, Telegram, WhatsApp, and SMS
• Built-in guardrails for safety, accuracy, and purpose alignment
• Open-source repository available for customization
• Multi-language support including local dialects
• Real-time testing and performance metrics
• Modular design for flexible bot development
• Integration-ready for digital health and social impact platforms

Capabilities

• Develop chatbots for health, education, and social services
• Support remote counseling, medication adherence, and community engagement
• Enable multilingual conversations with simplified sentence structures
• Facilitate research on chatbot effectiveness and user experience
• Customize bots for specific populations and cultural contexts
• Enhance organizational efficiency through automated knowledge delivery
• Collaborate with ICT4D teams and researchers for impact-driven innovation

Benefits

• Democratizes access to AI tools for nonprofits and governments
• Reduces development time with easy-to-use interfaces
• Improves service delivery in low-resource settings
• Enhances safety and reliability of AI interactions
• Supports inclusive digital transformation
• Enables rapid prototyping and deployment of chatbots
• Strengthens frontline worker capacity and client engagement
• Promotes responsible AI use through transparent design