Conversational AI and Chatbots: Enhancing User Experience on Websites

Manoj Kumar Dobbala; Mani Shankar Srinivas Lingolu

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Conversational AI and Chatbots: Enhancing User Experience on Websites

Manoj Kumar Dobbala^*

, Mani Shankar Srinivas Lingolu^*

Published in American Journal of Computer Science and Technology (Volume 7, Issue 3)

Received: 18 June 2024 Accepted: 11 July 2024 Published: 29 July 2024

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This research paper explores the transformative potential of conversational AI and chatbots in enhancing website user experience (UX). It addresses two key research questions: How do these technologies improve user engagement and satisfaction on websites, and what are the primary challenges in implementing them, along with effective solutions. The study examines case studies across diverse industries, including e-commerce, travel, healthcare, and finance, to gain insights into the underlying technologies powering conversational AI and chatbots, such as natural language processing (NLP), natural language understanding (NLU), and machine learning techniques. The paper highlights the significant benefits of integrating conversational AI and chatbots into websites, including providing personalized assistance, streamlining complex processes, ensuring 24/7 availability, and enhancing accessibility for users. However, the study also addresses the key challenges faced in implementation, ranging from handling ambiguity and context in natural language processing to ensuring data privacy and security, managing user expectations, and the need for continuous improvement and training. The research proposes solutions to these challenges, such as employing advanced NLP algorithms, robust API management tools, and establishing user feedback loops. Ethical considerations, including data privacy and addressing biases in AI responses, are also explored, emphasizing the importance of robust encryption, adherence to data privacy regulations, and advanced access control mechanisms. The paper concludes by providing a comprehensive overview of the current state and future directions of conversational AI and chatbots in enhancing website user experience, exploring emerging trends such as multimodal interactions, contextual awareness and personalization, integration with IoT devices, and the development of emotional intelligence and empathy in chatbots.

Published in	American Journal of Computer Science and Technology (Volume 7, Issue 3)
DOI	10.11648/j.ajcst.20240703.11
Page(s)	62-70
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Conversational AI, Chatbots, Internet of Things (IOT), Machine Learning

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Dobbala, M. K., Lingolu, M. S. S. (2024). Conversational AI and Chatbots: Enhancing User Experience on Websites. American Journal of Computer Science and Technology, 7(3), 62-70. https://doi.org/10.11648/j.ajcst.20240703.11

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Dobbala MK, Lingolu MSS. Conversational AI and Chatbots: Enhancing User Experience on Websites. Am J Comput Sci Technol. 2024;7(3):62-70. doi: 10.11648/j.ajcst.20240703.11

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Genuine Parts Company, Dallas, USA

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Hubspot Inc., Dallas, USA

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