Want to learn American Sign Language? AI will teach you now - here's how

NVIDIA Have you ever wanted to learn sign language to communicate with family members, friends, or other people who are deaf? If so, you might want to try a new interactive website that uses AI to train you on American Sign Language (ASL). Known as Signs, the site shows you how to sign and then uses the camera on your PC or mobile device to make sure you're shaping your hand and fingers correctly. How does Signs work? Assuming you're brand new to ASL, head to the Signs website. After getting past the initial screen, choose the option to Learn ASL and start the tutorial. Make sure your camera is activated and adjusted properly and that you have enough space to sign. Also: 10 key reasons AI went mainstream overnight - and what happens next An online 3D avatar then shows you how to sign your first word, namely Hello. With your own face and hand visible on the screen, follow the avatar's gestures to sign the word. The training then moves on to a couple of other words and phrases, inclu ... Read full article.