Talpa AI

Unlock an intelligent book discovery experience with Talpa, an AI-based library search tool, backed by authentic bibliographic data from reputable sources. Enables an enhanced search to match obscure references, enquiry context or even book covers.

Features

• Intelligent Book Discovery: Talpa leverages AI technology from Anthropic and OpenAI, combined with comprehensive book data, to match your query with the perfect book. Access authentic and authoritative book references from sources like Bowker, ProQuest and LibraryThing.
• Natural-Language Processing: Talpa harnesses NLP to thoroughly understand queries, delivering answers using traditional library data.
• No False Positives: Unlike conventional search models, Talpa does not suggest books that don't exist. Every book suggestion is cross-checked with robust bibliographic resources.
• Custom Search within Library Collections: Talpa gives preference to items within your library's collection. However, items outside your collection may appear lower in the results.

Use Cases:

• Reader’s Query Matching: A search for 'novels about World War II in France' will tap into subjects, tags, and character data for accurate suggestions.
• Library Collection Search: Search within specific library's collection like Mid-Hudson Library System, Lafayette Public Library, and Waverly Public Library.
• Book Design Recognition: Powered by data from book lovers, Talpa adeptly finds books by their cover designs.

Talpa revolutionizes library searches, enabling precise and user-friendly book discoveries. Reach out now to enhance your library search function and take part in the ongoing development of this AI-powered tool.