Python Tutor Bot

Python Tutor Bot is a small educational AI app for beginner Python learners.

It can help with:

• Explaining Python concepts
• Debugging Python code
• Giving short quizzes
• Improving code quality

Tech Stack

• Python
• Gradio
• OpenAI Python SDK

Project Files

• app.py → Gradio app and OpenAI call logic
• prompts.py → reusable prompt templates for all tutor modes
• requirements.txt → dependencies

Setup

1. Clone or open this project
2. Create and activate a virtual environment (recommended)

python -m venv .venv
source .venv/bin/activate

3. Install dependencies

pip install -r requirements.txt

4. Set your OpenAI API key as an environment variable

export OPENAI_API_KEY="your_api_key_here"

5. Run the app

python app.py

6. Open the local Gradio URL shown in your terminal.

How to Use

1. Select a mode from the dropdown:
   • Explain Concept
   • Debug Code
   • Quiz Me
   • Improve Code
2. Enter your Python question, concept, or code.
3. Click Get Help.

Notes for Beginners

• If your input box is empty, the app will ask you to enter text/code.
• If OPENAI_API_KEY is missing, the app will show a clear setup message.
• Keep prompts specific for better answers.