Duelion/homebox-companion

What it solves

Homebox Companion simplifies the tedious process of cataloging physical items into your Homebox inventory. Instead of manually typing details for every object, you can use AI to automatically identify items, quantities, and metadata from photos, or use a chat assistant to manage your inventory through natural language.

How it works

It acts as an AI-powered interface that connects to your existing Homebox instance. You select a location, upload photos of your items, and the AI (via OpenAI) analyzes the images to suggest item names, tags, and details. You review and edit these suggestions before they are saved to your inventory. Additionally, a built-in chat assistant allows you to query your inventory or perform actions like moving or deleting items using conversational commands.

Who it’s for

This tool is designed for Homebox users who want to speed up the inventory process, manage collections more efficiently, or interact with their inventory data using AI-driven natural language queries.

Highlights

• AI-Powered Detection: Automatically extracts manufacturer, model, serial numbers, and pricing from photos.
• Smart Workflow: Supports multi-image analysis for better accuracy and allows for manual corrections before submission.
• Chat Assistant: Provides a conversational interface to search, update, or organize your inventory with approval-based actions.
• Flexible Location Management: Browse your location tree, scan QR codes, or create new locations on the fly.
• Customizable: Define custom fields and AI instructions to tailor how data is formatted and stored in Homebox.