Update chatbot_ui.py

chatbot_ui.py

@@ -5,7 +5,7 @@ import random  # For generating random responses
 def chatbot_response(user_input):
     user_input = user_input.lower()
 
-    if user_input.strip() == "":  # Show the welcome message for empty input
+    if user_input.strip() == "":
         return "Welcome! How can I assist you with your studies today?"
 
     if "time management" in user_input:
@@ -17,7 +17,7 @@ def chatbot_response(user_input):
             "Use active recall and spaced repetition for better retention.",
             "Set a specific goal for each study session."
         ]
-        return random.choice(tips)  # Randomly pick a study tip
+        return random.choice(tips)
 
     elif "hello" in user_input or "hi" in user_input:
         return "Hello! How can I help you with your studies today?"
@@ -32,15 +32,16 @@ with gr.Blocks() as demo:
     
     with gr.Row():
         with gr.Column():
-            user_input = gr.Textbox(label="Enter your question here:")
+            user_input = gr.Textbox(label="Enter your question here:", placeholder="Type your question...")
             submit_button = gr.Button("Submit")
         
         with gr.Column():
-            chatbot_output = gr.Textbox(label="Chatbot Response", interactive=False, value="Welcome! How can I assist you with your studies today?")
+            chatbot_output = gr.Textbox(label="Chatbot Response", interactive=False)
+    
+    # Trigger a welcome message on app launch
+    demo.load(lambda: "Welcome! How can I assist you with your studies today?", outputs=chatbot_output)
     
     submit_button.click(chatbot_response, inputs=user_input, outputs=chatbot_output)
 
 # Launch the Gradio app
 demo.launch()
-
-