The Hershey Company
AI-Powered Pantry Scanner App
Revolutionary ingredient recognition system using computer vision and AI to instantly suggest recipes from pantry photos.
The Challenge
Users often struggle to find recipes using ingredients they already have at home. The challenge was to create an intuitive way to scan ingredients from photos and provide instant, relevant recipe recommendations.
The Solution
Developed AI-powered ingredient detection using OpenAI GPT-4.1-mini and Google Vision APIs. Built an editable tag system allowing users to refine detected ingredients, with real-time Algolia search integration for instant recipe filtering and recommendations.
The Results
Achieved 89% ingredient recognition accuracy, reduced recipe discovery time by 73%, and increased user engagement with recipe content by 156%. The app became a standout feature driving significant user retention.
- 89% Recognition Accuracy
- 73% Discovery Time Reduction
- 156% Engagement Increase
Areas of expertise
- AI/ML
- Computer Vision
- Mobile App
- Recipe Technology
- OpenAI Integration