Overview

Synthesize is a unique app created for a Juneteenth event celebrating Black culture, creativity, and technology. Developed by Code the Dream Labs with the Black Googlers Network, it uses Google's AI Gemini to turn local murals into new digital art, songs, and poetry. The app debuts at a special event featuring expert talks on art and tech, followed by a hands-on demo with Candy Carver's mural at the American Underground in Durham, N.C. Synthesize offers a fresh, interactive way to experience local art and join the Juneteenth celebrations.

Check out Synthesize! (best viewed on mobile)

Challenge

How might we use AI technology to celebrate Black culture and creativity during Juneteenth, while connecting local art, community engagement, and innovation?

Solution

• Tight three-month timeframe

• First experience designing an AI app

• Limited functionality and screen count

• Integrating AI features seamlessly into the user interface

Conclusion

• Successfully met ambitious deadline with a well-received app launch

• Gained valuable experience in AI app design and development

• Fostered strong collaboration with industry leaders (Google)

• Positioned the team for future opportunities in AI-driven applications