Hangzhou, September 26:
A 13-year-old student from China, Zhu Shuhan, has made headlines by developing a study app that has earned approximately ₹2.5 lakh within just three days of its launch. The app, named ‘Zai Chang,’ which translates to ‘On Site,’ was designed without any coding knowledge, thanks to the assistance of artificial intelligence.
The idea for the app came to Shuhan during her own struggles with studying while her parents were busy. She realized that many children her age might also face difficulties focusing on their studies without supervision.
Shuhan showcased her app at a national AI product marketing competition held in Hangzhou from August 21 to 23, where she won third place and a cash prize of ₹70,000. The competition saw participation from over 50 contestants, and during the three-day event, her app received 90 orders, leading to impressive earnings.
One unique feature of Shuhan’s app was an alert that notified users when their attention drifted, simulating a mother’s reprimand. However, Shuhan decided to remove this feature, aiming for a more supportive approach to help children improve their study habits.
Shuhan’s brother, a primary school student, was the first to use the app and reportedly improved his academic performance while using it. Eager to reach a wider audience, Shuhan is considering lowering the app’s price to make it accessible to more users. She expressed her commitment to continue developing the app if there is sufficient interest from potential users.