Discover the story behind our AI-powered myth-busting tool, designed to help you uncover the truth with reliable information and engaging visuals.
Our Mission
Helping people separate fact from fiction in an engaging way through the power of AI and beautiful design.
Our journey to create a better way to verify information
Myth Buster was created to address the growing challenge of misinformation in our digital world. We believe that everyone deserves access to accurate information, presented in a way that's both engaging and educational.
Our tool combines the power of AI with beautiful design to help you verify statements, debunk myths, and learn the fascinating origins of common misconceptions.
Whether you're a curious learner, an educator, or someone who simply wants to check if something they heard is true, Myth Buster is designed to be your companion in the pursuit of truth.
Our aim: an engaging and reliable tool for seeking truth and debunking misinformation.
Myth Buster was conceived with a clear purpose: to create a web application where users can input statements to verify their truth. We emphasize detailed debunking for falsehoods, enriched with facts and citations powered by the Perplexity Sonar API.
Our primary target audience includes curious users seeking an engaging, interactive way to debunk myths and discover factual information. We believe that uncovering truth can be both informative and enjoyable.
The tech stack, featuring Svelte 5 and the Sonar API, was chosen for its modern capabilities, allowing us to build a responsive, fast, and intelligent application efficiently, with a focus on providing a high-quality user experience.
Focusing on a polished core for maximum impact and a strong foundation for future growth.
We prioritized features that deliver the core value proposition: a reliable myth verification interface, engaging visual cues, and robust Sonar API integration. This focus ensures a polished and impactful user experience from the outset.
Our strategic approach to development is driven by several factors:
- Technical Feasibility & Innovation: Leveraging modern tools like Svelte 5 allows for rapid development of high-quality features while carefully managing complexity to ensure a stable and reliable application.
- User Experience Quality: A focused feature set enables meticulous attention to detail in design and interaction, creating a delightful and intuitive user experience.
- Expandable Foundation: We are building a solid, extensible foundation. The core features are designed to be robust, allowing for easier integration of more advanced functionalities as the project evolves.
By concentrating on quality and a strong core, Myth Buster aims to provide a valuable, memorable experience and a clear vision for its future potential in combating misinformation.
The developer behind Myth Buster
The technology behind our myth-busting process
Enter Your Statement
Type any statement or question you want to verify into our intuitive input field.
AI-Powered Research
Our system uses the Perplexity Sonar API to search for reliable information from across the web.
Clear Verdict & Explanation
Receive a clear verdict (True, False, or Inconclusive) along with a detailed explanation and sources.
Learn & Share
Discover the origins of myths, learn the facts, and share your findings with others.
What makes Myth Buster special, organized by priority.
Core Features
Clean, intuitive interface for statement entry with clear verdicts and comprehensive explanations.
Distinctive icons and color-coded responses with smooth animations for verdict reveal.
Mobile-first approach ensuring usability on all devices with accessible interface.
Nice-to-Have Features
Interactive game where AI generates random facts/myths for you to verify with score tracking.
User prediction interface before seeing verdict with comparison to actual result.
Modern tools powering the Myth Buster experience