The Interactive Communication Board is a webbased assistive communication tool designed to help individuals with speech or communication challenges express their needs and feelings effectively. Built around an ESP32 microcontroller, this project combines physical buttons and a responsive web interface to enable users to trigger predefined phrases, which are then spoken aloud using the browser's speech synthesis capabilities.

 Key Features
1. Physical Buttons for Accessibility:

•     Two tactile buttons are connected to the ESP32, allowing users to trigger phrases like "I am thirsty" or "I feel sick" with a simple press.
•     Button inputs are debounced to ensure reliable performance.

2. WebBased Interface:

•     A userfriendly web interface provides an alternative way to interact with the system.
•     Users can click buttons on the webpage to trigger the same phrases as the physical buttons.

3. Speech Synthesis:

•     The system leverages the browser's builtin speech synthesis API to convert text into spoken words.
•     Users must grant permission for speech synthesis to work, ensuring privacy and security.

4. RealTime Feedback:

•     The web interface displays the current status (e.g., "Speaking...", "Ready") to provide feedback to the user.
•     The system polls the ESP32 server periodically to detect physical button presses and update the interface accordingly.

5. WiFi Connectivity:

•     The ESP32 connects to a WiFi network, allowing the communication board to be accessed from any device on the same network.
•     The device's IP address is displayed in the Serial Monitor for easy access.

 How It Works
1. Hardware Setup:

•     The ESP32 is connected to two buttons, each assigned to a specific phrase.
•     When a button is pressed, the ESP32 detects the input and updates its internal state.

2. Web Server:

•     The ESP32 hosts a web server that serves a simple HTML page with interactive buttons.
•     The server also provides an API endpoint (`/button`) to check for physical button presses.

3. Speech Synthesis:

•     The web interface uses JavaScript to interact with the browser's speech synthesis API.
•     When a button is pressed (either physically or on the web interface), the corresponding phrase is spoken aloud.

4. User Interaction:

•     Users can interact with the system using either the physical buttons or the web interface.
•     The system is designed to be intuitive and accessible, making it suitable for individuals with varying levels of technical expertise.

 Applications

•  Assistive Communication: Helps individuals with speech impairments communicate their needs and feelings.
•  Educational Tool: Can be used in classrooms to teach basic communication skills.
•  Healthcare: Provides a simple way for patients to express discomfort or request assistance in medical settings.

 Future Enhancements

•  Add more buttons and phrases to expand the range of communication options.
•  Implement a mobile app for easier access and portability.
•  Integrate texttospeech customization (e.g., voice selection, speech rate).
•  Add support for multiple languages to make the system more inclusive.

The Interactive Communication Board is a practical and empathetic solution for enhancing communication accessibility, empowering users to express themselves with ease and confidence.