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Her efforts began with an extensive interview transcript from her father, Alex Ab Bishan, a renowned guitarist and educator recognized with Singapore's Cultural Medallion. The interview, recorded years ago, was more than just words—it's a blueprint for creating a virtual version of him. With the aid of AI, his responses can be reconstructed, enabling his digital self to engage in real-time conversations with friends and family. This process involves sophisticated facial capture and animation techniques that superimpose Alex's likeness onto a 3D avatar, allowing him to "perform" and interact as he once did.
Bringing Memories to Life: The Technical Process
Creating such a lifelike avatar involves several meticulous steps: