TechAssist: A RAG-Based Chatbot for Accessing Technical Information from StackOverflow

This paper presents TechAssist, an advanced artificial intelligence-driven chatbot designed to enhance the learning experience for students and professionals in tech domain. Utilizing the Mistral 7B Instruct model within a Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) framework, TechAssist efficiently retrieves and generates contextually relevant answers to technical queries sourced from the StackOverflow dataset. Implemented with a user-friendly interface using Gradio, the system provides real-time responses, facilitating interactive engagement for users seeking technical support. Evaluation with learners and educators demonstrates the efficacy of TechAssist in delivering accurate and timely information, significantly improving the speed and quality of assistance. The findings indicate that the integration of cutting-edge AI technologies with an intuitive interface result in a more effective learning environment and enhanced user empowerment in addressing technical challenges.