Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is Program O?
A. Program O is a chatbot which is a computer program designed to talk to users about
various subjects as well as general chit chat.
Q. What do I need to run Program O?
A. Program O is a web based application written in PHP using a MySQL database.
Your webserver will need to have both of these running.
Q. What is AIML?
A.AIML, or Artificial Intelligence Markup Language, is an XML dialect for creating natural language software agents.
Q. Is Program O the same as ALICE?
A. The default installation of Program O comprises of the The Annotated A.L.I.C.E. AIML Files (AAA) which is a revised release of the free A.L.I.C.E. brain. AIML is simple to create and extending your bot into its own personality is easy and fun.
Q. Where are the download files?
A. You can download the source code from SourceForge.
Q. Will you be able to help with installation?
A. There is a support forum here, but it is not recommended that you try to run this program
if you have no knowledge of PHP and MySQL. As I am unable to help you with these aspects.
Q. I have been testing Program O and I think the responses are incorrect.
A. Please feel to report any issues on the support forum here, or email myself directly using
the contact details here. Thanks!!!
Q. What will be included in the download?
A. Depending on time constraints the first release is expect to include:
- SQL Files with theAIML preloaded
- Chat engine files (PHP)
- Simple form interface
Q. Will you be releasing an admin interface?
A. Plans for future releases include:
- AIML file upload/import
- Bot admin interface
- Multi bot Support
